Nancy Avanecy, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Nancy Avanecy

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Domestic Violence

Racism Issues

Anger Management

Mood Disorders

Stress Management

Codependency

Peer Relationship Struggles

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Family Systems

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Middle Eastern

Languages spoken

Armenian, English

Getting to know Nancy Avanecy

I have over 20 years of experience, I specialize in helping children, families, and individuals navigate life’s challenges using a strength-based, trauma-informed approach. I integrate evidence-based therapies to create personalized treatment plans that empower clients to heal, grow, and thrive. My goal is to support the whole person and foster lasting mental well-being. My approach My approach to treatment is grounded in my training working in both community mental health and school-based settings, where I’ve helped clients navigate issues such as stress, trauma, grief, relationship struggles, depression, anxiety, and multigenerational trauma. My therapeutic approach is strength-based, trauma-informed, and holistic, designed to support the whole person. I draw from a wide range of evidence-based and client-centered modalities to meet individuals where they are and guide them toward healing and growth. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Eclectic approaches. This allows me to tailor treatment to each client’s unique needs, empowering them to build resilience, deepen self-awareness, and create meaningful change. I believe mental well-being is an essential part of overall health and aim to provide a safe, compassionate space where individuals feel seen, heard, and supported. My focus My ideal clients are adults who are navigating the complex challenges of stress, trauma, grief, anxiety, and relationship struggles. They may be dealing with emotional overwhelm, the lingering effects of past trauma, or the difficulties of multigenerational issues. These individuals are seeking a compassionate, nonjudgmental space to process their emotions, gain coping strategies, and work toward healing.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Teen Violence

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. South

Education and training

University of California, Los Angeles, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1831218643

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What practice does Nancy Avanecy work with?

Nancy Avanecy works with Rula Health - L.A. South.

What are common reasons for patients to see Nancy Avanecy?

Nancy Avanecy frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Nancy Avanecy on their profile.