- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practices
- Psychodynamic insight
About Nancy
Dr. Nancy Simpson is a South Carolina psychologist (SC Psychologist 731) with 20 years of professional experience. She returned to clinical work after a long teaching career at a community college and now focuses on common life struggles such as stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, mood disorders, and relationship concerns.
She previously worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings and conducted neuropsychological assessments earlier in her career. That background informs how she listens for patterns, cognitive habits, and emotional reactions that keep problems repeating. She describes her work as collaborative and straightforward, letting each session focus on what matters most right now.
Her practice addresses a wide range of issues including depression, bipolar disorder, grief, caregiver stress, and family of origin issues. She also supports people dealing with life transitions such as midlife change, retirement, and cancer-related concerns. Sessions may include practical skills from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindful practices to manage symptoms between appointments.
Dr. Simpson combines thinking-focused methods with attention to longer-standing interpersonal patterns. She uses elements of solution-focused work to identify small, achievable changes. She also draws on psychodynamic ideas to help people see how earlier relationships shape current expectations.
Outside of clinical work she keeps a hobby farm and pursues crafts such as cheese making and beekeeping. That practical, down-to-earth lifestyle shapes how she approaches problem solving in sessions. To begin, people are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session.
How her approaches translate to online work
Dr. Simpson commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices in sessions. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors with clear, practical exercises that can be practiced between meetings. Mindfulness therapy teaches noticing thoughts and bodily sensations with less reactivity, which can help with anxiety, stress, and mood regulation.She also uses psychodynamic ideas to look at recurring relationship patterns and how early family experiences shape expectations. That approach involves reflective conversation about long-standing patterns alongside problem-focused steps. Deciding which mix to use is a shared process; she will work with each person to find the best fit based on goals and preferences.
Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so please confirm the current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow follow-up check-ins between in-person meetings when available. Therapists and licensed professionals often adapt exercises, homework, and mindfulness practices so they work well in remote appointments and daily routines.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
South Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, mood disorders such as bipolar, relationship and family issues, grief, parenting challenges, caregiver stress, and related concerns.
How does she approach therapy?
Her style combines cognitive behavioral strategies, mindfulness practices, solution-focused steps, and psychodynamic reflection to address both current problems and longer-standing patterns.
How much clinical experience is there?
She has 20 years of experience and previously practiced in inpatient and outpatient settings before her academic career.
What credential and location apply?
She is listed as SC Psychologist 731 and practices in South Carolina.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are session fees handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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