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Carmen Chaney, LIMHP

  • Experience17 years
  • LocationNebraska
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Family
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Carmen

Carmen Chaney is a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP) with 17 years of clinical experience supporting people through anxiety, trauma, mood challenges, and complex family or interpersonal situations.

Background and approach

She draws on cognitive-behavioral, dialectical-behavioral, and mindfulness-based techniques to build practical skills for managing overwhelming emotions, navigating life transitions, and improving relationships. Carmen emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion while avoiding stigmatizing labels, and she adapts treatment plans to each person’s specific needs and goals.

Her style is direct and flexible, combining evidence-informed strategies with an individualized focus so clients can develop coping tools and clearer perspectives. Carmen is comfortable working with concerns such as stress, depression, grief, anger, ADHD, LGBT-related issues, caregiving strain, and a range of family-related topics including adoption, attachment, and blended family challenges.

She offers live video and phone sessions and accepts international clients, bringing a pragmatic, nonjudgmental approach to help people take meaningful steps toward a more fulfilling life.

Evidence-Based Approaches Adapted for Online Care



Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify their values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present; it is useful for stress, anxiety, and navigating life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and testing unhelpful thoughts and building practical coping skills to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills that are especially helpful for intense emotions and relationship conflicts.

Choosing the right approach is collaborative; the therapist will work with each person to determine which combination of methods best fits their needs, goals, and preferences. That process often begins by exploring immediate concerns, trying techniques in session, and adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how and when to meet, with Carmen providing live video and phone sessions and messaging when appropriate. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, access care from different locations, and continue consistent work toward goals without the need to travel to an office.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Carmen commonly address?
Carmen works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, coping with life changes, relationship and family challenges, grief, anger, ADHD, bipolar mood concerns, and compassion fatigue.
What is Carmen's therapeutic style and approach?
Her style is eclectic and direct, blending Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques to tailor work to individual needs.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She brings 17 years of experience as a practicing mental health professional, applying a range of therapeutic methods to help clients build skills and address emotional challenges.
What credentials and location should I know about?
Carmen is licensed as a LIMHP in Nebraska with license number NE LIMHP 1402 and provides services while based in Nebraska.
Which languages does she use in sessions and can she work with international clients?
Sessions are conducted in English, and she does accept international clients for online work.
Which session formats are available for online work?
She offers live video and live phone sessions, and she is able to communicate via messaging though she does not provide live chat due to dyslexia.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with her?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesGriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

17+ years

Licensed

Nebraska

Languages

English

What Carmen can help with

Carmen Chaney works with clients on stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, depression, and coping with life changes.

Carmen works with folks with anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, and family situations.

How Carmen approaches therapy

Carmen's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Carmen uses mindfulness therapy.

Experience and training

Carmen is an LIMHP practicing in Nebraska, with 17 years of clinical experience.