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Carma Nelson
Carma Nelson is an LCSW in Rochester, NY, specializing in trauma, PTSD, and neurodivergence through a peer-informed clinical approach.
Carma Nelson, LCSW, provides specialized clinical therapy in Rochester, NY, with a unique approach rooted in peer-lived experience. Her practice is specifically designed for individuals navigating the complexities of trauma, including PTSD, Complex/Compound PTSD, and Dissociative Disorders. By integrating clinical expertise with a deep, empathetic understanding of trauma recovery, she offers a resonant space for clients to process experiences of abuse, neglect, and gaslighting.
Her clinical focus extends to a wide range of neurodivergent and specialized needs, including Autism, Neurodivergence, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), and emotional regulation. Carma also supports clients managing chronic pain, sleep disorders, and the mental health impacts of serious medical conditions. Her practice is highly inclusive, offering allied support for LGBTQIA+, Transgender, Non-Binary, and Deaf communities, as well as racial justice-centered care.
Carma offers both in-person and telehealth sessions for individuals and couples, and is currently accepting new clients. She accepts various insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, and UnitedHealthcare, and provides multiple payment options such as HSA, Venmo, and major credit cards. Individual sessions are priced at $150.
At a Glance
Age GroupsAdults
SpecialtiesBisexual Allied, Deaf Allied, Gay Allied, HIV / AIDS Allied, Immuno-disorders, Intersex Allied, Lesbian Allied, Little Person Allied, Non-Binary Allied, Queer Allied, Racial Justice Allied, Transgender Allied
InsuranceAetna, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, BlueCross and BlueShield, BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna and Evernorth, Highmark, Highmark BCBS of Western New York, Independence BCBS of NJ, Oscar Health, Oxford, UnitedHealthcare / Optum EAP, UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
FeesIndividual sessions: $150
WaitlistCurrently accepting new clients
OnlineYes
Credentials
LCSW
Basic Information
| Licenses | NY / 094399 |
| Additional Qualifications | LCSW |
| Age Group | Adults |
| Language | learning ASL · some German, Spanish |
Education and Training
| Attended School | University of Alaska Anchorage |
| Degree/Diploma | MSW |
| Year Graduated | 2005 |
| Credentials | LCSW |
Modalities and Specialties
Issue
AutismBurnoutChronic PainDepressionDissociative Disorders (DID)Emotional RegulationFirst RespondersGriefLife TransitionsNeurodivergenceSuicidal IdeationTransgenderTrauma and PTSDTraumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Specialty
Bisexual AlliedDeaf AlliedGay AlliedHIV / AIDS AlliedImmuno-disordersIntersex AlliedLesbian AlliedLittle Person AlliedNon-Binary AlliedQueer AlliedRacial Justice AlliedTransgender Allied
Client Focus Participants
IndividualsCouples
Therapy Delivery MethodsOnline / Telehealth · In-Person
Availability and Payment Options
| Payment Methods | ACH Bank transfer · American Express · Apple Cash · Cash · Discover · Health Savings Account · Mastercard · Venmo · Visa |
| Accepted Insurance Plans | Aetna · Blue Cross · Blue Shield · BlueCross and BlueShield · BlueShield of Northeastern New York · Carelon Behavioral Health · Cigna and Evernorth · Highmark · Highmark BCBS of Western New York · Independence BCBS of NJ · Oscar Health · Oxford · UnitedHealthcare / Optum EAP · UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
| Offers Online Sessions | Yes |
| Waitlist Status | Currently accepting new clients |
| Fees | Individual sessions: $150 |
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