Nicole Carrita
Nicole Carrita
(she/her)
As a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 18 years of mental health experience, I have worked in various settings before transitioning to private practice and, most recently, virtual counseling. I am honored to have played a role in advocating for telemental health services, particularly recognizing the lack of access in rural Pennsylvania. My career began with a focus on children and adolescents, but I also have extensive experience working with adults and geriatrics. I have worked in inpatient and outpatient settings, private practice, family-based services, juvenile detention, schools, universities, and prisons. Starting my own practice during the pandemic has allowed me to achieve a better work-life balance and dedicate my full attention to providing quality care to my clients.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
During the first session, I will evaluate your presenting problems and complete assessments. At this point, we will determine if we would be a good fit. If we are both in agreement to move forward with treatment, we will collaborate on a treatment plan to work on together. We will discuss frequency and length of treatment. If either parties determine this is not a good fit, the goal is to find you a therapist that can better suit your needs. I have a plethora of referral resources to best meet your needs.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
Ability to take feedback and learn and grow every day.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I am particularly effective in working with teenage girls experiencing anxiety, school refusal, peer withdrawal, and panic attacks as a result of bullying. If your daughter is struggling with social anxiety, selective mutism, or difficulty expressing her wants and needs, I am the therapist for her. For individuals impacted by alcoholism—whether through abuse by an alcoholic or having a family member struggling with addiction—I offer compassionate care and can provide resources and support through ACoA, Al-Anon, Alateen, and Alakid. I also specialize in supporting those recovering from narcissistic abuse. While I cannot change what you’ve endured, I can walk beside you in your healing journey, helping you take your life back and rediscover the things you love. In addition, I work well with emerging adults and older adults navigating life transitions, grief and loss, anxiety, domestic violence, sexual assault, university-related stress, career exploration, and identity confusion. And if you’re an animal lover, even better—my therapy dog is often part of sessions and brings an added layer of comfort and connection. 🐶 From May to August 2025, I am excited to welcome a practicum student to my practice. With a strong passion for supporting athletes (as a former Division I student-athlete herself) and a focus on multicultural counseling, she brings valuable insight and energy. Her clinical interests include Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She has a range of meaningful experiences, a deep eagerness to learn, and is already proving to be a tremendous asset to the team. She will soon be available to start working with clients of her own, under my supervision, and is especially excited to connect with individuals who may benefit from her areas of interest and skill.
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VirtualMy treatment methods
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I am certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) through PESI. Using a workbook adapted by Marsha Linehan, I help clients regulate emotions, improve interpersonal skills, practice mindfulness, and build distress tolerance. My primary goal in DBT is to promote acceptance and validation of who you are, while exploring the challenges and benefits of change. To be a good candidate for DBT, clients must be self-harm free and in a safe environment.
EMDR
I am EMDR informed and currently working toward certification. Using EMDR, I help clients reduce distress symptoms related to traumatic events through bilateral eye stimulation. Sessions are conducted via a virtual platform, where we navigate the process together. For those with Apple devices, I can recommend EMDR tappers that use vibration for added support during sessions.
Play Therapy
As I transition to a fully telehealth-based practice, I have adapted a variety of tools and activities, including Uno, Battleship, sand tray, dollhouse, Legos, and puppets, to enhance therapy sessions.
Gottman method
I use the Gottman Method, including the Four Horsemen and their antidotes, to help improve relationships.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
My practicum student is most interested in utilizing this treatment modality with clients.