- Person-centered care
- Practical tools
- English and Dutch
About Nelly
Nelly Leenman is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) practicing in New Jersey. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, and trauma. People also come to her for issues with self-esteem, motivation, relationship concerns, and codependency. She communicates in both English and Dutch.
Nelly takes a practical, person-centered approach. Sessions focus on what matters most to the client and on small, achievable steps. She uses a mix of methods such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral techniques, and mindfulness to tailor a plan to each person. Conversations aim to build confidence and safer ways of coping.
Her background includes eight years of clinical experience across healthcare settings. That variety has shaped an ability to listen for patterns in behavior and attachment, and to respond with clear tools rather than vague talk. Nelly often works with people recovering from difficult relationships, including narcissistic abuse, and with those navigating life changes like divorce, caregiving, or serious illness.
In sessions she emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and collaboration. Goals are set together, then adjusted as progress is made. Therapy may cover communication skills, managing anger, improving sleep, and setting boundaries.
Finding help takes courage, and Nelly frames therapy as an active partnership. She supports people through practical strategies and steady encouragement as they move toward healthier routines and fuller daily life.
How chosen approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most and take committed action toward those values. Online ACT sessions often focus on small, practical steps to reduce avoidance and increase meaningful activity. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks down unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and teaches skills to change them. In remote sessions CBT can include homework, thought records, and short skill practices between meetings. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns and helps people try new ways of relating. Working on attachment themes can reduce fears around intimacy and improve communication. Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and life demands and then suggest methods to try. This is collaborative - plans are adjusted based on what helps and what feels doable. Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy week and reducing travel time so it is easier to make regular progress. Some people prefer shorter check-ins or audio-only conversations when bandwidth or background noise is an issue; others opt for full conversation time when they can. Confirm the available session formats before booking so arrangements match daily routines and needs.Areas of expertise
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Credentials
New Jersey
Languages
English, Dutch
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this clinician commonly address?
Areas of focus include stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, self-esteem, relationship and intimacy-related issues, grief, parenting strain, and codependency.
How would you describe the therapy style and approach?
Therapy is collaborative and person-centered, using techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, and attachment-focused work to match the client’s needs.
What kind of clinical background does the therapist have?
The clinician has eight years of professional experience in a variety of healthcare settings, working with people facing trauma, addiction, grief, and complex relationship issues.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
She is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) licensed in New Jersey and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Dutch.
What session formats are available?
Specific session formats are not listed here; please confirm current session options with the site before booking.
How are fees handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working with this therapist?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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