Hi there, I'm Nicole!

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who supports teens and adults who are invested in their journey towards personal growth and developing stronger interpersonal relationships. My approach to therapy is a collaborative one. I follow my approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with.

My focus

I enjoy working with clients who are navigating major life changes or the pressures that come with school, work, and relationships. These experiences can sometimes show up as anxiety, depression, stress, or challenges around food and body image. Together, we’ll build tools that help you feel more grounded, confident, and hopeful about the future.

My approach

I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as your lead and sprinkle a bit of humor, knowledge, and a unique perspective along the way in order to help you better understand your current behaviors and the unique interpersonal patterns that keep repeating themselves in your life.

My communication style

My communication style is calm, accommodating, and personable. I want my clients to feel comfortable talking with me about anything, and I pride myself on my ability to listen without judgment.

My journey to mental healthcare

In my personal experience, going through therapy myself, there was a connection that was made, where I recognized I would love to help others with their journey, as I've seen firsthand how therapy can be beneficial. My communication style is calm, accommodating, and personable. I want my clients to feel comfortable talking with me about anything.

My goals for you

My approach to goal setting with clients is all about working together to define what you want to accomplish in our time together. This often starts by building trust between us and getting comfortable with what it means to be in therapy. Over time, we'll work together to set goals and track your progress.

Our first session

Our first session will focus on understanding what brings you to therapy and how you’ve been feeling recently. I’ll take time to listen, ask questions, and begin identifying areas we can focus on together. My goal is to create a comfortable space where we can build rapport and develop a plan that fits your individual needs.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White, Hispanic or Latinx
Spiritual

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Brainspotting

EMDR

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Focus populations

Body Positivity

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

LGBTQIA+

Single Mother

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Master in Counseling (MC) from Pepperdine University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

In-person sessions

9245 Laguna Springs Dr Suite 200, Elk Grove, CA 95758

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Nicole Carter