Nicole Smith
Hi there, I'm Nicole. Do you feel overwhelmed by memories of the past or just overwhelmed in general and are not sure why? Do you ever wonder if there is any hope that you can overcome the effects of past abuse, trauma, or just really hard experiences? It is possible! I would love to hear your story and be a guide to help you start facing things that may be easier to run away from.
I use a client-centered approach and my goal is for you to walk away from a session feeling heard and seen with more tools and insights to get your life more in balance.
Do you feel like you are never doing enough? Do you have negative self-talk or excessive guilt? Do you feel like you are always trying to please other people? You may have a case of perfectionism. I would love to share what I know to help you overcome this kind of anxiety!
First session
I will go through some quick business items and give you the opportunity to ask questions. I will ask you about what brought you to therapy and gather some current and past information. We will set goals and create a flexible plan to move forward together.
Strengths
I believe that everyone has inherent worth and I aim to help people see themselves more clearly. I would be honored to hear your story and see what we can accomplish together.
Ideal clients
I love working with clients who are ready to work on past trauma and have the desire to be more present in their lives. Trauma does not have to be severe to have an impact on our lives. I love helping clients work through past hardships that may be playing a role in how they think and believe. It is helpful for clients to be open and collaborative about how we use their time in session. I love listening and validating, but I enjoy using methods to help people actually find change and healing much more!
Treatment methods
EMDR
I use EMDR and another technique called Lifespan Integration to help client's mind/body system to overcome triggers from past events and create an ability to be more present and have a healthier sense of self. These techniques target the body and the emotional part of the brain, which can be a powerful way to find change and healing. Link to information on EMDR: https://www.emdr.com/ Link to Information on Lifespan Integration: https://lifespanintegration.com/what-is-lifespan-integration/
Location
Virtual sessions
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Licensed in
- CaliforniaLicense 116541
- UtahLicense 11705568-3501