Nia Ridgle

Nia Ridgle, Licensed Clinical Therapist & Holistic Healer, LCSW number: 88866. A mental health private practice that focuses on restorative healing and building effective leadership skills for high functioning professionals. My style of practice focuses on nutrition, mindset, work/life balance, fitness with different levels of intensity, mindfulness practices such as, breath work, burnout prevention CBT and so much more for high performing individuals. I enjoy supporting success-driven professionals, reprogram repetitive unhealthy productivity cycles, and innovate outdated work-life-balance habits in a judgment-free healing space.

My approach

My area of expertise primarily focuses on treating mental health symptoms such as depression, trauma/PTSD, anxiety, and transition. My therapeutic approach focuses on holistically balancing the mind-body-and soul. I believe when you make yourself the solution to your problems, you take back your power by taking full accountability to be the change you desire.

My focus

I focus on destigmatizing mental health within corporate workspaces. I prefer supporting clients with high demanding professional roles, family titles or professional titles that require critical elevated thinking. I focus on treating specific mental health conditions, such as anxiety, depression, childhood and complex trauma in high performing adults. It is important for high performing individuals seeking therapy to find a therapist who has the appropriate training and expertise to meet unique specific needs.

My communication style

As a clinical therapist, it is important to have a relatable communication style that is open, empathetic, and nonjudgmental. This means being attentive and responsive to the client's needs and concerns, by using active listening skills to fully understand my clients perspective.Overall, my goal is to create a safe and supportive environment for my clients, to feel free to share their thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment or criticism.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey in becoming a therapist involved a significant commitment of time and effort, as well as a deep desire to help others. There are many different paths to becoming a therapist, and the journey will vary depending on individual circumstances and goals, however, my journey was personal. As a Licensed Clinical Therapist & Holistic Healer therapist, I often find meaning and purpose in my work with clients as an opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others. It is my life passion to support high performers with making fulfilling lifestyle choices that support them in exploring their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, in addition to working with them to identify and address any challenges or concerns they may be facing. I was drawn to this field because I have experienced personal challenges or struggles in my own lives, and I want to use my experiences to help others. They may feel a sense of empathy and understanding for those who are struggling, and they may be motivated to provide support and guidance to others who are going through similar challenges. Overall, the work of a therapist can be very rewarding and fulfilling, as it allows them to make a positive difference in the lives of others and to be a part of their journey towards growth and healing.

My goals for you

As a clinical therapist, goal setting can be an important part of the therapeutic process. It helps to establish clear, achievable objectives for treatment, which can motivate clients and provide a sense of progress and accomplishment. There are several approaches that I can take when setting goals with clients. One of my approaches is to use the S.M.A.R.T. framework, using this framework, goals allows me to set specific and clearly defined, with measurable outcomes that can be tracked. I also utilize the following: 1) Motivational: I encourage client involvement in the goal setting process to motivate them to accomplish their goals. 2) Educative: I provide psycho-education to support goal setting tailored toward my clients self-awareness, emotional intelligence and self-honesty and trust. Together we target problematic behaviors or issues they want to work on in counseling, to develop realistic, attainable solutions. 3) Evaluative: Utilize metrics to evaluate or gauge the progress toward clients goals.

My first session with you

During a first session with me, clients can expect to spend some time discussing their reasons for seeking therapy and their goals for treatment to gain a better understanding of the client's current situation and any challenges they are facing. This includes, questions about the client's personal history, relationships, and any mental health concerns they have. I also provide my client’s with an overview of the therapeutic process and discuss any treatment recommendations they may have. It is important for my client to feel comfortable and safe during session. Overall, the goal of the first therapy session is to establish a therapeutic relationship and begin the process of addressing the client's concerns and working towards their goals for treatment.