Nancy Lawrenz

Nancy Lawrenz, a compassionate psychologist, brings a wealth of experience from her challenging graduate degrees and clinical practice in Social Work, Psychology, and Psychoanalysis. Her diverse background equips her to engage with individuals across all ages, from toddlers to elders, addressing vital issues such as Depression, Anxiety, and Grief. Nancy specializes in a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Play Therapy, and Attachment-based approaches, allowing her to offer tailored psychological support to meet each client's unique needs. Her expertise encompasses anxieties and phobias, low self-esteem, complicated bereavement, and relationship conflicts, whether between adults or within families. Through a respectful and empathic treatment relationship, Nancy collaborates with individuals to foster a deeper understanding of their struggles, empowering them to regain control over their choices and solutions. Research indicates that this deeper understanding is instrumental in helping individuals maintain their therapeutic gains over time. As a dedicated Faculty member at the Chicago Institute for Psychoanalysis, Nancy is also committed to offering supervision and consultation, ensuring a comprehensive approach to mental well-being.