LPC, 25 years of experience
Frequently rebooked
Hello, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. My name is Nicole, and I have been serving clients in the mental health field for 25 years. Much of my work has been focused on children, adolescents, and parents, however, I also have 6 years of experience in crisis counseling with adults with a variety of life issues, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and other serious mental illnesses. My goal is always to build a therapeutic alliance with my clients and respect them as the experts in their own lives. With this as my main objective, I have been able to assist countless individuals in improving their overall wellness as individuals and in their relationships.
In our first session, you can expect an overall introduction, and from there, for me to listen. It is my goal to start services by gaining an understanding of my client's story and what is most important to them. We can work together to identify what has brought them into treatment and what they would like most to get out of their time with me.
Having worked with children and families over the last 25 years, as well as crisis counseling, my greatest strength is the ability to listen and build an alliance with my clients to collaboratively identify their goals and increase their overall well-being.
I enjoy working with clients who are struggling with acute stressors in their lives and may be overwhelmed with how to manage their emotions and move themselves forward. I am not uncomfortable with hearing about incredibly difficult situations and stories, which can be difficult to process. I truly find clients who are willing to put it all out there, the good, the bad, and the ugly, to be the most rewarding and brave individuals.
9 ratings with written reviews
July 2, 2025
When my world felt like it was crumbling, shattered by divorce, compounded by losses of family and my chicken, insecurity of job loss, and a difficult rift with my mother she provided and continues to provide a safe space unlike any other. What truly sets her apart is her ability to empower me, she is always encouraging. She's a confidante who feels like a true friend, and her guidance is instrumental in helping me rebuild, heal, and rediscover myself.
June 29, 2025
She is a amazing women to talk to
June 18, 2025
I deeply appreciate Nicole’s transparency and authenticity. She is very easy to talk to and she holds space for thoughtful and meaningful conversation.
I have used CBT to work for over 10 years with clients to identify their goals and thoughts and behaviors that are not serving them well in their lives. We explore beliefs and thought processes that could be holding them back from reaching their goals of change. I use CBT to increase self-awareness and understanding the motivation of self and others. This allows the client to make changes that help them move forward and gain communication and coping skills to deal with life's difficult situations.
I utilize motivation interviewing in the practice as a means of working collaboratively with a client to gain a full understanding of their thoughts and things that are important to them. I do this through active listening and reflection to ensure they are heard and that I have an accurate picture of the issues with which they may be struggling. Clients have my unconditional positive regard and are in the driver's seat of their own treatment.