Nelly Sandeep LCSW-C is the founder and owner of Healing Awaits, LLC. Nelly studied psychology at Penn State University and completed her master’s in social work at Columbia University School of Social Work in New York City. Born and raised in New Jersey, Nelly’s passion for helping others came from her parents, who prioritized helping those who were underprivileged, marginalized and/or vulnerable.

Nelly began her speciality in trauma in 2018 and has been specializing in providing services to people who have experienced various traumas such as abuse, neglect, domestic violence, grief and loss, medical trauma, separation, along with other major stressors. Nelly is nationally certified in TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and uses this framework to support clients suffering with symptoms related to trauma and/or a trauma related disorder. She is also trained in dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and uses aspects of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing along with a person-centered approach to support clients in meeting their therapeutic goals. 

Nelly is a board approved supervisor by both the social work and counseling boards. She provides clinical supervision to those in graduate school and those seeking advanced licensure. She also facilitates consultation groups for clinicians working with clients who have experienced trauma to provide both clinical and mental support. Nelly feels as though she has learned most from her colleagues and puts a strong emphasis on clinician consultation to provide the best care. Nelly’s goal with creating Healing Awaits is to provide quality trauma-informed care and supervision that improves the lives of those she works with.