Nikole Markie
Nikole is a Masters Level Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She graduated from Widener University with a Masters Degree in Social Work. She has experience working with the mental health population in an inpatient hospital setting, outpatient therapy setting, and as a school-based counselor. Nikole has worked with a variety of clients and most often those experiencing depression, anxiety, mood instability challenges, chronic illness, and post-traumatic stress symptoms. She primarily utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy
First session
Nikole conducts a full intake appointment that includes a background history, PHQ-9, and client specific questions for the first session in order to develop a plan for treatment and understand the client's goals.
Strengths
I balance emotional support with forward-focused growth, ensuring clients feel both understood and empowered to make meaningful changes. My work is strengths-driven, helping individuals recognize their resilience and build confidence, while also providing practical, solution-focused strategies that can be applied in everyday life. I incorporate a relational lens to deepen insight into interpersonal patterns and past experiences, supporting lasting change beyond symptom relief. Above all, I take a collaborative and individualized approach, working closely with clients to ensure therapy is relevant, actionable, and aligned with their personal goals and values.
Ideal clients
I am best positioned to support individuals, women, teenagers, and adults who are seeking a compassionate, nonjudgmental space to navigate life's challenges. My clients may be experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, relationship concerns, self-esteem issues, grief, or emotional overwhelm. I work with those who are motivated to better understand themselves, develop healthier coping strategies, strengthen resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change. Whether you're looking to heal from past experiences, improve your relationships, manage difficult emotions, or enhance your overall well-being, I provide a collaborative and supportive environment tailored to your unique goals.
Treatment methods
Supportive
I am a licensed clinician providing outpatient therapy with a primary focus on supportive treatment approaches to help clients navigate life stressors, improve emotional functioning, and maintain stability. I work collaboratively with clients to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where they feel heard, validated, and supported.
Strength-Based
I am a licensed clinician providing outpatient therapy with a focus on strengths-based treatment, helping clients identify, develop, and utilize their personal strengths to overcome challenges and achieve meaningful growth. I believe that every individual has inherent resilience and capabilities, and my role is to support clients in recognizing and building on those strengths.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
I am a licensed clinician providing outpatient therapy utilizing a solution-focused brief treatment approach, designed to help clients create meaningful change in a short period of time by focusing on solutions rather than problems. I work collaboratively with clients to identify clear, achievable goals and develop practical strategies that support progress in their daily lives.
Relational
My approach is collaborative, authentic, and compassionate. I work to create a safe, trusting, and emotionally attuned environment where clients feel comfortable expressing themselves openly. Through this therapeutic connection, clients can gain insight into relational patterns, build healthier ways of connecting, and develop a stronger sense of self.
Psychoeducation
My approach is collaborative, supportive, and informative. I work to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their experiences while gaining a clearer understanding of how their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are connected. By providing education about mental health symptoms, coping strategies, and evidence-based practices, I support clients in becoming more confident and active participants in their own treatment.
Location
Virtual sessions
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Licensed in
- AlabamaLicense 6951C
- PennsylvaniaLicense CW026410
- VirginiaLicense 0904020511