Nicole is a Licensed Professional Counselor committed to helping individuals experiencing acute or chronic issues by focusing on overall well-being, effective coping strategies, and developing insight about how thoughts, emotions, and behavior are connected. She works collaboratively with clients to identify and achieve their goals, fostering an empathetic and supportive environment conducive to personal growth and positive change.
Nicole specializes in creating tailored strategies and resources for college students, young adults, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, life stressors, parenting concerns, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, emotional well-being, and professional transitions. Employing cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, and acceptance-based therapeutic models, she assists clients in regulating, problem resolving problems, enhancing communication, and building self-esteem. Her approach is both collaborative and direct, consistently demonstrating compassion, understanding, and respect for each client’s unique experiences.
With significant experience supporting the military community through domestic and international roles with the United States Department of State, United States Department of Investigation, and as an Independent Contractor, Nicole has addressed issues pertaining to military culture, traumatic brain injury, and family advocacy, using specialized treatment modalities. She holds a certification in Clinical Military Counseling and has advanced training in prevention programs aimed at military-affected families.
Nicole earned a Master of Science degree in Sociology and completed her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Marymount University. She has over a decade of experience in private practice, working with clients from both military and civilian backgrounds. In addition to being board certified by the National Board of Clinical Counselors and a member of the American Counseling Association, Nicole serves as Clarity’s Internship Director, overseeing a rigorous and comprehensive training program that sets high standards in mental health service delivery and strives to improve access to exemplary care.