Nancy Manly, LPC

Nancy Manly is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Colorado with 21 years of clinical experience helping people navigate complex emotional and life challenges. She brings an integrative, strengths-focused approach that honors each person as the expert on their own life while offering professional guidance rooted in evidence-informed therapies and practical skills.

Her work covers a wide range of concerns, including stress and anxiety, addictions and substance use, depression, grief and loss, trauma and abuse, relationship and family difficulties, life transitions, caregiver strain, chronic illness and pain, eating and sleeping problems, parenting and career concerns, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and issues of self-esteem and intimacy. She helps clients develop concrete coping strategies, healthier thinking patterns, and sustainable changes that support fuller engagement in daily life.

Manly describes her style as warm, compassionate, honest, gentle, and respectful, and she emphasizes collaborative treatment planning tailored to each person’s needs and circumstances. She integrates methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotionally-Focused and Client-Centered approaches, along with mindfulness, motivational techniques, and somatic-informed practices when appropriate. Her goal is not only to reduce distress but to build skills that increase resilience, meaning, and well-being.

Open to both local and international clients, she offers flexible ways to connect and works at a pace that honors each client’s readiness for change. Nancy encourages those who are seeking support to take the next step toward healthier, more satisfying living.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) supports people in clarifying their values and taking committed action even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise - it’s useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions because it focuses on meaningful living rather than symptom elimination. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns through practical tools and skill building, making it effective for depression, anxiety, and coping with change. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, respect, and the client’s own resources, creating a supportive environment for exploring relationships, self-worth, and personal goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Nancy collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit best based on their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting interventions as progress unfolds so therapy feels tailored and responsive.

Online therapy with Nancy can take place by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, travel, or limited local options. These remote options make it easier to access consistent care from licensed professionals and to integrate therapeutic work into everyday life.