About Nancy
Dr. Nancy Kizielewicz brings four decades of clinical experience to her New York practice. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and the fallout from trauma and abuse.
Nancy offers steady support for those facing major life changes and relationship strain. Her approach is direct and compassionate. She focuses on creating a space where people can speak freely about their thoughts and feelings without judgment.
Background and approach
Sessions are practical and aimed at building tools that make everyday life easier. Nancy pays attention to patterns that keep people stuck, such as control issues, guilt and shame, or obsessive thoughts. She also addresses concerns tied to identity and life purpose, including gender dysphoria and feelings of isolation.
First responders and people coping with panic or post-traumatic stress can find targeted help for their needs. She frames recovery as a step-by-step process. People work together with her to set clear goals and try manageable changes between sessions.
Progress is measured by what feels different in day-to-day life, not by labels. Sessions are conducted in English and Nancy accepts international clients. The focus is on practical coping skills, clearer thinking, and rebuilding a sense of self that feels more resilient and hopeful.
Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Care
Dr. Nancy Kizielewicz uses established, evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One approach emphasizes learning coping strategies for anxiety and panic - skills to notice unhelpful reactions and practice calmer responses in real situations. Another approach concentrates on processing trauma and its impact on daily life, helping people reduce distressing symptoms and regain routine functioning.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Nancy collaborates with each person to identify goals and preferences, then adjusts methods as progress and needs change. The plan is reviewed together so people feel part of each decision about their care.
Online therapy offers flexibility for busy schedules and people living outside the therapist's immediate area. Video calls let sessions feel close to an in-person meeting. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when being off-camera helps concentration. Live chat and text-based messaging support shorter check-ins or ongoing reflection between sessions. These options make it possible to keep consistent momentum while fitting therapy into everyday life.
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Specialties and expertise
Top specialties
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
Also works with
- Experience
- 40 years
- Licensed
- New York
- Languages
- English