LCSW, 7 years of experience
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California. I received my master's degree from Cal State Northridge and have been practicing for 7 years. I help children, adolescents, adults and parents work through the stresses in their lives and support them in having an overall improved emotional well-being. I am experienced in various types of treatment modalities which allows me to provide you with an optimum level of support.
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, discuss specific challenges you're facing and then collaborate on a goal or goals you would like to achieve. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.
You choose the pace! My goal is to provide you with knowledge, skills, and empowerment to guide you in implementing tools and coping mechanisms that improve your emotional wellbeing. I have 7 years' experience in various treatment modalities that enables me to provide a tailored plan for your needs.
My passion is working with parents and children in enhancing their relationship dynamic and resolve conflict more efficiently. Navigating life as a child and adult can be challenging but there are many skills that can be learned to overcome adversities and have a stronger sense of self. I enjoy empowering clients who struggle with ADHD, Anxiety and Depression to learn tools to live a productive and enjoyable life and meet desired goals.
TF-CBT is an evidence-based form of psychotherapy designed to help children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced a traumatic event. This modality combines trauma informed care with cognitive behavior techniques that teach strategies to challenge unhelpful thoughts, create more positive behaviors. while addressing distorted thinking. Our thoughts, feelings and behaviors are all connected. This model focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors. The goal is to help people develop healthier ways of thinking, responding versus reacting to situations and reduce overall distress derived from the trauma.
Attachment-based treatment is a therapeutic approach that focuses on strengthening and repairing relationship dynamics, particularly between caregivers and children. This modality can be used for individuals who have experienced trauma, neglect, or difficulties in forming healthy connections. The goal is for the Therapist to create a safe space where clients can explore past relationships, develop trust, learn how to regulate emotions and strengthen emotional security.
Motivational Interviewing is a treatment method which focuses on reducing resistance and improving motivation for change. This method guides the individual to explore the gaps between current behaviors and goals, identify barriers to implementing changes and empowers your belief in the ability to change.
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) is a short-term, goal-oriented therapeutic approach that helps clients focus on solutions rather than fixating on problems. The goal is to envision a preferred future or desirable outcome. This process involves supporting clients in evaluating their progress, recognizing improvements, identifying occasions of triumph over adversity, and reinforcing resilience.
4 ratings with written reviews
July 14, 2025
She gets me. Truly gets me in a way no other therapist has ever got me. She is incredibly structured and intelligent. She creates "lesson plans" and different creative ways to help me. I have felt so much better since working with her.
July 2, 2025
Nicole has been instrumental in helping me identify and address issues I didn't even realize were holding me back. I simply thought those challenges were an inherent part of my experience. With each session, she empowers me to grow into a more adaptable person, better equipped to navigate life's unexpected turns, all while fostering a profound sense of inner calm. Her guidance has truly been transformative.
June 9, 2025
very amazing person. Appreciate her time for listening to the issue I'm dealing with.