Dr. Nanesha Courtney , LMHC

Dr. Nanesha Courtney is a licensed mental health counselor with a broad background in rehabilitation and disability management, bringing more than 25 years of clinical experience to her work. She combines evidence-based strategies with an accepting, individualized stance, recognizing that each person copes differently and that treatment should reflect those differences. Dr. Courtney works with teens through older adults, addressing concerns such as chronic pain, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma and abuse, relationship and family difficulties, grief, caregiver stress, and a range of life transitions.

Her training includes Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), an established trauma-focused method, and she draws on Client-Centered approaches, cognitive-behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, and motivational interviewing to help clients build practical coping skills. Dr. Courtney also holds certifications in rehabilitation counseling and disability management, which inform her work with medical and vocational issues. She partners with clients to identify needs, set realistic goals, and develop coping strategies that fit each person’s life.

Licensed to practice in Washington as an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - she maintains regular message response hours Monday through Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Dr. Courtney is available for live video, phone, and chat sessions with schedules that vary by day, and she supports clients in finding adaptive, sustainable ways to feel healthier and more resilient.

Therapeutic approaches and remote care that fit your life

Dr. Courtney uses a mix of proven approaches to meet each client where they are. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a collaborative, nonjudgmental relationship so clients can explore goals and values and discover their own solutions; this approach is useful for improving self-esteem, relationships, and overall well-being. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches practical skills to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. EMDR - Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - is a trauma-focused method that can help process distressing memories and reduce their emotional impact.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Courtney works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting plans as progress is made. Clients are treated as partners in planning and pacing care.

Online therapy offers flexibility for busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or mobility limitations. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow clients to connect with licensed professionals from home or another convenient location, making it easier to maintain consistency and integrate therapy into daily life.