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Nelly Leenman

LPC

Nelly Leenman , LPC

Therapist in New Jersey

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About Nelly

Nelly Leenman is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in New Jersey with eight years of clinical experience across diverse healthcare settings. She brings a compassionate, intuitive style to her work and focuses on creating a welcoming environment where clients feel heard and respected. As an LPC, she combines clinical training with practical, person-centered attention to help people navigate difficult life moments.

She uses a flexible blend of therapeutic techniques tailored to each individual, drawing on client-centered methods, motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral strategies, mindfulness practices, and solution-focused work. This variety allows her to address a wide range of concerns including stress and anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, self-esteem and confidence, relationship and family issues, parenting, sleep problems, and compassion fatigue. She also supports those working through recovery from narcissistic abuse and helps clients cope with career changes, anger, and life transitions.

Known for respectful, sensitive, and nonjudgmental care, she collaborates with clients to shape treatment plans that reflect their goals and strengths. Nelly emphasizes empowerment and practical progress, helping people take courageous first steps toward a more fulfilling, balanced life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Client-centered therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship in which the client leads the conversation while the therapist offers empathy and support. This approach helps with self-esteem, relationship concerns, grief, and adjusting to life changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, sleep difficulties, and coping with addiction by teaching practical skills and strategies.

Attachment-based therapy explores patterns in close relationships and how early experiences shape current connections. It is helpful for intimacy-related issues, attachment concerns, family dynamics, and recovery from relational trauma.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Nelly works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Nelly Leenman have?

Nelly Leenman has 8 years of professional experience.

Is Nelly Leenman a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. Her license is NJ LPC 37PC00822700.

In which languages does Nelly Leenman provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Dutch.

Where is Nelly Leenman located?

She is located in New Jersey.

How can I work with Nelly Leenman as my therapist?

You can work with Nelly Leenman through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Nelly Leenman work with international clients?

No. Nelly Leenman does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Nelly Leenman cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCancerCodependencyCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesNarcissismPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

New Jersey

Languages

English, Dutch

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