Kimber Nanna, MA, LCMHC-A

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate

Education: Kimber holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English with a Creative Writing emphasis from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lenoir-Rhyne University. She is currently pursuing a post-graduate certificate in Narrative Medicine from Lenoir-Rhyne University. Clinical Practice: Ms. Nanna is a compassionate, creative professional whose clinical mental health practice is centered on her clients’ needs and the therapeutic relationship, unique to each individual. Her approach is eclectic, person-centered, and relational. She draws heavily from the principles of narrative therapy, while also utilizing such modalities as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness, expressive arts, improv/play therapy, and other approaches as appropriate. Kimber believes that we are all deserving of, and have the capacity for, living a healthy, fulfilled life. She believes deeply in the resilience of individuals and considers it an honor and privilege to walk with clients as they navigate life’s challenges, helping them to discover their own potential and authenticity along the way. Kimber works with adults and groups, always with the intention of meeting them where they are in their journey. Her approach is grounded in kindness, respect, and humor. Kimber believes that the therapeutic process, when taken seriously, can also be very engaging and fun for the counselor and the client. She considers herself a lifelong learner and is passionate about advocating for marginalized and underserved populations. Professional & Related Experience: Prior to becoming a therapist, Kimber spent 20+ years working her way up the corporate ladder as a web content strategist. Primarily focused on helping brands tell their own unique stories, this background continues to inform her work, as she believes at heart, we are all storytellers. Kimber is also a songwriter and performing musician and has a special interest in helping individuals navigate challenges with creative and performance anxiety, as well as making space for their creative pursuits amid their work, familial, and other responsibilities. Clinical Team Membership: Kimber is a member of Presby Psych’s LGBTQ+ Sensitive Counseling and Psychotherapy Team and Trauma Recovery Counseling and Psychotherapy Team. Location: Kimber’s office is at our Uptown location, where she is in the process of credentialing with BCBS, Aetna, and CBHA. She has immediate availability for individuals with out-of network benefits and for those in need of a sliding-scale fee.