Nancy Skopp

Struggling with the weight of anxiety, trauma, or the exhaustion of chronic insomnia can make life feel like a constant battle against your own mind and body. I specialize in helping individuals navigate these challenges by providing a space where you can stop fighting your thoughts and start living a life aligned with your values. My background is deeply rooted in science and clinical practice; I have served as a psychological health researcher for more than 15 years and have published several articles on the very symptoms we will address together. I feel privileged to help my clients achieve their goals and improve their lives by bridging the gap between cutting edge research and compassionate, personal care.

I believe that true healing requires a perspective that honors both the mind and the body. Because of this, my practice often encompasses mind-body work where appropriate, as I am trained in trauma sensitive and stress reduction yoga techniques. I want my clients to feel safe and empowered during their time with me, knowing that my approach is grounded in over a decade of studying how humans can build resilience.

My approach is highly practical and evidence based, focusing on helping you relate differently to your thoughts and emotions. Rather than trying to eliminate or change uncomfortable feelings, we work on accepting and observing them using third wave mindfulness practices and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). For specific challenges, I use targeted, proven protocols: Written Exposure Therapy (WET) for trauma and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) to help you finally reclaim your rest. I hope that my clients will be able to positively grow while working together by developing a toolkit that works for their unique nervous system.

We will focus on context-focused approaches that allow you to move forward even when life feels heavy. By integrating my research background with clinical interventions, I ensure that our work is always focused on tangible outcomes and meaningful shifts in your daily life. Clients should expect to feel heard and supported throughout our time together as we collaboratively navigate the path toward psychological flexibility and physical well-being.

Your first session is a low-pressure opportunity for us to explore what has been keeping you stuck and how my specific expertise can help you move forward. We will spend time discussing your history with anxiety, trauma, or sleep issues in a way that feels safe and clear, ensuring you never feel rushed or judged. My goal is to understand your perspective fully so that we can build a treatment plan that feels authentic to your needs.

Establishing a sense of trust and clarity is my main priority during our initial meeting. We will talk about the different evidence based pathways we can take and how mind-body work might fit into your journey. By the end of our first hour, my hope is that you feel a sense of relief and a renewed confidence that your symptoms do not have to define your future.