Nancy Shawki (she/her)

LCSW-C.
Accepting Clients

As a therapist with over 17 years of experience in the mental health field, I am happy to work with you and support you on your journey!

Clinical Social Worker in Mclean, VA
Supervised by LCSW.

Services
  • Individual
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Child
  • Adolescent/Teen
  • Group

About My Clients

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. I believe every client is a remarkable individual with a unique and beautiful story to share. I feel deeply honored each time someone chooses me to walk alongside them on their path toward healing and growth. Being a therapist is a true privilege—each moment of trust and openness shared in the therapy room is sacred. Together, we create a safe and supportive space where healing, self-discovery, and thriving can unfold.

My Background and Approach

I believe every person has the capacity to change and grow when supported in the right environment. At Vanguard Therapy, I tailor each treatment plan to meet the unique needs of every individual, couple, or family I work with. My approach integrates a variety of therapeutic modalities—including eclectic, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), solution-focused, life coaching, family, couples, and individual therapy—to help clients move toward healing, balance, and lasting transformation.

Techniques I Use

Other Techniques
  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment Theory
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Couples Counseling
  • Eclectic Therapy
  • Existential Therapy
  • Family Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Play Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Person-Centered (Rogerian)
  • Trauma Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Anxiety Depression Men's Issues
Other Issues
  • Abuse
  • Aging Concerns
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar
  • Body Image Issues
  • Burnout
  • Cancer
  • Child Issues
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence or Intimate Partner Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief or Loss
  • Historical/ Intergenerational Trauma
  • Immigration/Acculturation
  • Men's Issues
  • Parenting
  • Personality Disorders
  • Polyamorous and Open Relationships
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Pregnancy and Postpartum
  • Racial Identity
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Spirituality
  • Teen Issues
  • Veterans/Military Service
  • Women's Issues
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Out of Network
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Anthem
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Optum
  • TRICARE
  • Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield
  • Anthem Healthkeepers
  • CareFirst
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Sentara Health Plans
  • Carelon Behavioral Health Virginia
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Anthem Health Plans of Virginia, Inc
I offer online counseling in the following states:
I have experience with the following
  • Christianity

At A Glance

  • Experience: 19 years of practice
  • Languages: Arabic
  • Rate: $185 - 200/session

Info

Email Nancy
6501 Halls Farm Lane
Mclean, VA 22031
P.O. Box 2308
Fairfax, VA 22031

Reach out to Nancy