Nancy Lefler-Panela, LCSW

Nancy Lefler-Panela is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) serving clients with compassion and practical support. Licensed in Tennessee and California, she draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to assist people navigating stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and significant life transitions. Her practice also addresses areas such as addiction, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, career concerns and depression, as well as more specific issues like abandonment, adoption and foster care, attachment and family-of-origin difficulties.

Nancy approaches each person as the expert in their own story, focusing on strengths and resilience while offering guidance to develop new coping skills and healthier relationships. She emphasizes a collaborative, respectful process that acknowledges the courage it takes to seek change and a more satisfying life. Clients can expect a steady, supportive partner who prioritizes empowerment, practical problem-solving and realistic steps toward the goals they set.

Whether someone is working through trauma, managing anxiety, coping with loss, or seeking better ways to connect within their family, Nancy aims to create a thoughtful, strengths-based space that helps individuals and families move forward with clarity and hope.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Online Access

Nancy Lefler-Panela uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical coping skills and trauma-informed care. Skills-based interventions teach strategies for managing anxiety, stress and addictive behaviors, helping clients develop tools they can use in daily life. Trauma-informed approaches prioritize understanding how past experiences affect current feelings and relationships and support gradual processing and healing.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is done collaboratively. Nancy works with clients to identify goals, preferences and areas of concern, then tailors interventions so the work fits each person and their circumstances. This collaborative process helps ensure the chosen methods feel relevant and achievable.

Online therapy with Nancy is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care while balancing work, family and other responsibilities, and support access for international clients and those who prefer remote sessions.