Arizona, LCSW #22013; Oregon, LCSW #L7280; Washington, LICSW #LW 61182129
Nancy West

License:

LCSW
Phoenix
Female
Hispanic
Virtual and In Person
Specialties
Anxiety, Depression, Grief and/or loss
Education
Masters of Social Work | Arizona State University, 2008
About
Nancy is a Licensed Psychotherapist and Certified Grief Educator who believes deeply in the power of healing through compassion, nervous system awareness, and intentional self-work. She specializes in supporting people overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in patterns of self-doubt, or navigating the fog of grief. This work is more than professional for Nancy - it's personal. She understands what it's like to feel consumed by fear, disconnected from yourself, and unsure how to calm the racing thoughts. That understanding is at the heart of her approach. Nancy helps clients learn to regulate their nervous systems, shift old belief patterns, and reconnect with a sense of calm, clarity, and self-trust. Her work draws from both lived experience and clinical expertise, grounded in evidence-based practices like Polyvagal Theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness. If you're ready to stop spiralling and start healing, you're in the right place. Nancy offers a steady, supportive presence as clients take one small, meaningful step at a time. You don't have to do it alone - and with Nancy, you won't.
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Message to clients
Need help to reduce anxiety, navigate grief, set healthy boundaries & build unshakable confidence—without guilt or fear? If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by people-pleasing, struggled to say “no,” or found yourself stuck in cycles of self-doubt, I want you to know—you’re not alone, and healing is possible. Hi, I'm Nancy & I can help. With a compassionate, practical, and supportive approach, I use a combination of Polyvagal Theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness techniques to help you manage anxiety, process loss & build self-confidence. Therapy with me is warm, engaging, & results-driven. My goal isn’t just to talk about your struggles—it’s to help you create lasting change so you can start living a life that feels good to you. As a gay Latina, I bring a unique perspective to my practice & enjoy serving culturally diverse & underrepresented communities. If you’re ready to feel more confident, more at peace, and more in control of your life, I’d love to help you get there. Contact me now to get started.
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Race and ethnicity
Hispanic
Cultural and experiential knowledge
Hispanic culture
Languages spoken
English
Spiritual knowledge
Buddhism, Hinduism, Judaism, Christianity, Catholicism, Mormonism, Traditional African religions/spiritualities, Traditional Asian religions/spiritualities, Non-religious (Agnosticism, Atheism, Secular)
Location
Phoenix
Specialties
Anxiety, Depression, Grief and/or loss
Additional areas of focus
Burnout, Bipolar disorder, Codependency, Existential questioning, Infidelity/affairs, Intercultural/interfaith relationships, LBGTQ+ sexuality, Life transitions, Midlife stress, Panic attacks, Second or third generation immigrant experience, Self esteem/self worth, Social anxiety, Trauma, Stress
Therapeutic style
Challenging, Conversational, Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Modalities
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Mindfulness based, Strengths-based therapy, Trauma-focused, Psychodynamic
Cost
$250
/Individual Session
/Couples Session
/Family Session
Sliding scale
Does not offer sliding scale spots
Insurance accepted
Does not provide superbills for out-of-network-benefits
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Daniela Larson, LICSW
Nancy brings a rare combination of professionalism, cultural sensitivity, practicality, and heart to her work. Her direct, humor-infused approach makes it easy to feel both understood and motivated. She draws from powerful modalities like polyvagal theory, CBT, and expertise as a grief educator, creating a therapy experience that is both deeply supportive and action-oriented. She is a valuable addition to a therapy team!
Lisa Braun, LICSW
Nancy strives to connect with clients and make them feel seen, heard, and valued. She is committed to continuing her own education & training in order to best serve her client population and remain knowledgeable about current treatment recommendations. Nancy is trained to work with clients to reduce anxiety, manage grief, and directly approach challenges to create effective, lasting change.
Kayla Cronenbold, LCSW
Nancy provides quality treatment. She is trauma informed and client centered. She is nonjudgmental.
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