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I graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with my Masters in Social Work in 2011. Since then, I've primarily focused on working with individuals struggling with anxiety and traumas. My trainings include Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy. I also have my 200 hour Certification in Yoga, which I believe adds another level of body awareness and somatic work. Do you feel bogged down by events/experiences/memories that occurred in the past, that you thought you had "dealt with" but somehow continue to show up? I am passionate about helping clients learn more about how those earlier experiences impact their world-view today about themselves and others. To do this effectively, I use a combination of cognitive and body- based theories, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
We would meet to go over basic information, provide you opportunity to ask any questions/address any concerns, go over relevant history, and then identify initial goals (s).
Having had first hand experience with anxiety, I believe it gives me an ability to understand where the person is coming from. I've been told I am a great listener and make people feel comfortable quickly. Humor is also important to help lighten the mood when appropriate and to help build the therapeutic relationship.
I have a passion for working with individuals who are looking for a multi-prong approach towards addressing their anxiety. They may have tried CBT, ACT, DBT etc but are searching for something that will help them "dig deeper" to identify origins of anxiety, how it impacts their daily functions and interpersonal relationships, and its impact on their nervous system. Equipped with this information, we would together on addressing the anxiety through a mind-body approach.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have utilized CBT to help clients identify unhelpful thoughts, learn ways to adopt helpful ways of looking at things, and practice using this skill consistently.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
For some clients, its also helpful to find ways to be present with their anxieties rather than avoid. Once the client learns how to be "in the moment," they can learn how to defuse from any thoughts they have been holding on to or avoiding, and move forward in a values-driven way.
Somatic
Utilizing breath work and movement to help regulate the autonomic nervous system and integrate mind and body.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I really appreciate DBT for the ability to help clients see the "middle" in situations and the excellent tools that help with emotional regulation and distress tolerance.
EMDR
EMDR is designed to help people recover from traumatic or stressful events. Sometimes, after a trauma, memories, thoughts, and emotions from that time can stay with you and cause distress, making you feel stuck in the past. EMDR works by helping your brain process these memories using bilateral stimulation. This allows your brain to naturally heal and recognize that those events are over, instead of feeling like they're still happening.
4 ratings with written reviews
February 10, 2026
Nicole has significantly helped me. She is truly knowledgable, not judgmental, so kind and stays on track every session. She gives examples that always help me apply things we discuss in my every day life. I actually look forward to sessions with her. Fully recommend!
December 12, 2025
Nicole really hears me and offers concrete solutions. I trust her and feel hopeful that my issues are finally being understood and addressed .
November 5, 2025
Very helpful