Nicole Ballez, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Nicole!

Being a therapist is more than a job to me - it’s a calling, a passion, and an honor to be invited into the most personal parts of your story. I value integrity and authenticity as I strive to create a space where you feel safe and free from judgment. I’m committed to continually learning in this field, so I can give you the care you deserve.

My focus

I have experience working with clients navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, domestic violence, self-esteem concerns, addiction, grief, and other life challenges.

My approach

My approach is active and collaborative. I believe you are the expert on your life, and I am here to partner with you on your journey. Together, at your pace and with your permission, we can explore the conscious and unconscious patterns keeping you stuck, work toward your specific goals, and create meaningful, lasting change.

My communication style

My communication style is grounded in authenticity, warmth, and care, while also prioritizing honesty and directness. With your permission, I will gently point out patterns and behaviors that may be keeping you stuck or causing harm, while supporting you in exploring healthier ways forward.

My journey to mental healthcare

Ever since I was a child, I knew I wanted a career helping people. Pretty broad goal, right? My path took me from majoring in Public Health to working as a hospice CNA, personal trainer, and in ministry. Through it all, I became fascinated by helping people create lasting change by addressing problems at their root - within the mind.

My goals for you

I help clients get clear on what they want to change and what may be causing their struggles. Together, we explore the emotions, patterns, and ways you’ve learned to cope that may be keeping you stuck. With greater awareness and capacity to face difficult realities, my goal is to empower you to take meaningful action toward the life you want.

Our first session

During our first session, I’ll take time to get to know you, understand what brings you to therapy, learn about your goals, and answer any questions you may have. We’ll move at your pace and with your permission, while intentionally using our time together to help you work toward the goals that matter most to you.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy

Christian Counseling

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Gestalt

Gottman Method

Motivational Interviewing

Narrative

Psychodynamic

+ 9 more

Focus populations

Single Mother

+ 1 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo (Cigna)
Centivo

+ 18 more

Languages spoken

English

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Nicole Ballez