Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 25 ratings

Nicole Ryan

LMHC, 10 years of experience

Authentic
Warm
Solution oriented

About me

My passion is helping clients build tools to manage anxiety, challenge thought traps, and shift negative thinking patterns. I support individuals in exploring self-identity and reducing depressive symptoms through emotional processing, mindfulness, nervous system awareness, and healthy coping strategies. If you find yourself feeling stuck in past experiences, overwhelmed by the present, or anxious about the future, we can explore EMDR as a way to help the brain process and heal naturally. Together, we’ll create meaningful goals—big or small—that uncover your strengths and foster growth. I'm certified in TF-CBT, Perinatal Mental Health (PSI), and nationally board-certified. I use a compassionate, strength-based approach rooted in CBT, EMDR, DBT, MI, and Polyvagal theory. I help clients express emotions, improve communication, build self-regulation, and accept change. Sessions include breathwork, parts work, grounding, and tapping for calm.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In our first meeting we will explore your reason for seeking out therapy. I may push you to dig a little deeper to help me understand and build a trusting relationship. It will be very easy going and more of a conversation. We will talk about historical concerns, family dynamics, and ways in which your mental health is impacting the various aspects of your life. Together we will formulate goals to meet your specific needs and wishes for therapy. This is about you!

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I bring a warm, down-to-earth, and empathetic approach to help you feel truly heard and supported. I offer gentle challenges to reframe unhelpful thoughts and promote growth. I also normalize the messy, beautiful, and often overwhelming experiences of motherhood and parenting—you're not alone on this journey.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

Young adults and adults 17-60. Anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, depression, body image, adjustment, new parents, grief and loss. Exploration of unhealthy relationship patterns with self, family, and significant others. Unpacking traumas and negative core beliefs that lead to unhealthy habits, view of self, and feelings of hopelessness. Pre-post partum into the motherhood journey as well as Dad's experiencing PMADs.

Specialties

Top specialties

AnxietyDepression

Other specialties

I identify as

Serves ages

My treatment methods

Polyvagal Therapy

Polyvagal therapy is useful to understand triggers to anxiety or depression kicking in with brain stem responses. We will map your nervous system and gain an understanding with CBT, DBT, and EMDR resourcing woven in.

Location

Virtual

Licensed in

Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 25 ratings

2 ratings with written reviews

June 19, 2025

I came to Nicole to deal with trauma from my childhood that still is present today, she makes me feel I can change the direction of how things go in my life. I am 1000% grateful for finding her as a therapist as I struggled finding one who supported me and challenged me. She also shares so many mindfulness activities and breathing techniques that are now a part of how I get through tough situations. She is the best!

Verified client, age 18-24

Review shared after session 10 with Nicole

April 9, 2025

Nicole has been amazing at making me feel accepted and challenged (in a good way). She does so while creating a safe and open environment, and I couldn't be happier with her! I was hesitant about seeking therapy, but she has me looking forward to each session.

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 5 with Nicole