- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Nicki
Nicki Nichols is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in South Carolina with 16 years of experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, and depression. Nicki supports those carrying guilt and shame related to these issues and helps them sort through what feels overwhelming.
Nicki uses practical approaches in sessions. She draws on client-centered work to listen and build rapport. She also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help people spot and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Motivational interviewing is part of how she helps people find their own reasons to change.
Her background includes many years in clinical settings working with a range of concerns from substance use to trauma. She has training in trauma-focused interventions and in evidence-based practices for addiction. Nicki mentions ongoing professional development and that some advanced trainings are in progress.
Sessions with her include phone, messaging, and video methods, with limited text-only availability on one weekday. She notes that weekend appointments are usually more consistent, while weekday times can vary and evening sessions are typically after 6:00 pm.
Nicki asks people to use the platform matching process to request her and to complete a short questionnaire before scheduling a first session. Her work aims to be direct and honest, with attention to accountability and clarity about goals and next steps.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Nicki commonly uses client-centered work and cognitive behavioral therapy in sessions. Client-centered work means she listens closely and helps people name what matters to them. Cognitive behavioral therapy involves identifying patterns of thought and behavior that keep problems going and practicing new ways of responding that reduce distress.She also uses motivational interviewing to help people find their own reasons to change. That approach is conversational and practical, and it can be especially helpful when someone is unsure about making a change related to addiction or relationship patterns.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. Nicki collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. She checks in about what is working and adjusts the plan as sessions progress.
Her online practice offers phone, messaging, and video sessions, and one weekday is limited to text-only sessions. If session formats are important to you, confirm the current options during the matching step before scheduling. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - shorter check-ins, weekend or evening times, and not needing to travel can help people keep regular appointments.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
16+ years
Listed in
South Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, and depression. Additional focuses include attachment and abandonment concerns, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and substance use issues.
How would she approach feelings of shame or guilt?
She combines client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral techniques to help people examine thoughts and actions that maintain shame or guilt. Motivational interviewing can be used to explore readiness for changes connected to those feelings.
How much experience does she bring?
Nicki has 16 years of professional experience working in clinical settings with a variety of concerns including trauma and addiction.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in South Carolina.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered to international clients and are conducted in English.
What session formats does she use?
Her practice uses phone, messaging, and video sessions. On one weekday she is limited to text sessions only. Confirm current session options during the matching process before booking.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. For detailed billing questions follow the platform's support instructions when needed.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session after being matched.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.