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Nicky Cheng, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California

Nicky Cheng

Accepts Cigna
Individual therapy

Rula verifies every provider’s credentials and conducts regular quality reviews

Specializes in Alzheimer's
LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Nicky Cheng, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Nicky has a Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) in Counseling Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy from Argosy University.

Available virtually|CA
Specialties
Alzheimer's
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Mood Disorders
Stress
Style
Exploratory
Candid
Curious

Hi there, I'm Nicky!

If you've done therapy before but still feel stuck between insight and real change, you're not alone. I work with adults navigating life transitions, mood challenges, caregiving stress, and complex histories. My approach invites you to map out where you've been, where you'd like to go, and the stories that have shaped that journey.

My focus

I enjoy working with people who are genuinely invested in their growth, even if they're unsure where to start. The clients I connect with most tend to be open, reflective, authentic, and emotionally attuned. They're not looking to avoid their feelings, but rather to better understand them and develop new ways of responding.

My approach

My priority is to help you understand the deeper story behind your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors—not just to manage symptoms, but to make meaningful, lasting shifts. I use cognitive behavioral concepts to simplify how beliefs shaped by past experiences influence the way you interpret triggering events and drive responses.

Expertise

Therapy types

  • Individual Therapy

Ages served

  • Adults
  • Minors

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

  • Cigna
  • Aetna
  • All Savers
  • Allegiance
  • Allied

Languages spoken

English, Chinese

Education

Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) in Counseling Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy from Argosy University.

Sessions

Video session
60 minutes

Next appointmentThursday, Apr 23rd