- CBT
- Somatic work
- Mindfulness
About Nora
Nora O'Connor is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with 15 years of experience. She works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction recovery, LGBTQ+ concerns, life changes, career questions, and anger.
She uses clear, practical methods to help people notice what keeps them stuck and try different ways of responding. Nora draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking and behavioral patterns. She also brings somatic awareness into sessions to help people notice what their bodies are signaling during strong feelings.
Clients who have experienced trauma or ongoing stress may find the combined focus useful. Nora pays attention to how past experiences affect current reactions. Sessions include talking through problems, practicing new skills, and noticing how emotions show up in the body.
She also supports work on self-esteem, boundaries, codependency, and caregiver stress. People working through grief, forgiveness, or the shame that follows difficult events can use these approaches to move forward. Career and financial stress are treated alongside emotional concerns so practical life changes are part of the work.
Nora mentions having a somatic practice outside of talk therapy. That means she integrates body-focused awareness alongside cognitive and behavioral tools. To begin, readers are asked to follow the site process to match and schedule a first session.
How Nora's approaches translate to online work
Online sessions with Nora draw on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Somatic Therapy. CBT looks at how thoughts and behaviors keep problems going and gives straightforward exercises to test new ways of reacting. Somatic Therapy focuses on bodily signals during stress and anger, teaching simple awareness and grounding practices that can be done between sessions.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Nora will collaborate with clients to pick methods that fit their goals, needs, and everyday routine. That collaboration includes checking what techniques feel helpful and adjusting the plan over time.
The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm which options are offered before booking. Online work can make it easier to schedule brief check-ins, fit sessions into a workday, or do body-awareness practices without travel. Licensed professionals often use this flexibility to help clients practice skills in real life and follow up on progress between appointments.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does she address?
She works with adults managing temper, resentment, and frustration that affects relationships and work.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her approach combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, somatic awareness, and practical skill building in short, clear steps.
What is her background and experience?
She is a California Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years of experience working with stress, addiction recovery, trauma, and related concerns.
Where is she licensed and based?
She holds an LCSW in California and practices from that state.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.