Dr. Nanesha Courtney , LMHC

Dr. Nanesha Courtney brings more than 25 years of clinical experience to her work with people facing chronic pain, mood concerns, anxiety, and vocational challenges. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor - LMHC - and also holds certifications as a Rehabilitation Counselor and a Disability Management Specialist, credentials that reflect additional training in vocational rehabilitation and disability-related care. Over the course of her career she has blended Choice Theory, education, mindfulness techniques, and other evidence-based practices to help clients manage pain, stress, anxiety, and depression.

Trained in EMDR - Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - she uses that trauma-focused approach alongside client-centered methods and cognitive-behavioral strategies to tailor treatment to each person. She works collaboratively with clients to identify needs, develop practical coping strategies, and pursue healthier, more adaptive patterns of living. Her experience spans ages 16 through 85 and includes work with chronic pain, medical conditions, bipolar disorder, relationship difficulties, and multiple forms of abuse and trauma, as well as PTSD, teen concerns, and school or work stress.

Dr. Courtney is licensed in Washington and currently resides in Kentucky. Her stated office hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 8 am to 4 pm, during which she responds to messages. She is also available for live video, phone, and chat sessions, with exact session times varying by day.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Dr. Nanesha Courtney uses client-centered therapy to create a respectful, empathetic space where a person’s own goals and values guide the work; this approach helps with relationship concerns, self-esteem, and adjusting to life changes. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a skills-based method that helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which is effective for anxiety, depression, and stress management. For trauma-related care she is trained in EMDR, a structured approach that helps process traumatic memories and reduce their ongoing impact.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Courtney works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. Licensed professionals and therapists often combine these methods to match the individual rather than applying a single technique.

Online therapy with Dr. Courtney is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which allows for flexible scheduling and easier access from different locations. These options make it simpler to maintain continuity of care, fit sessions into a busy life, and engage in therapy in the way that feels most comfortable.