Nicole Lightfoot, LPCC — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Nicole!

I'm so glad you are here. Feeling scared or skeptical as you seek change is normal, but I wholeheartedly believe we are not meant to struggle alone. Humans are wired for connection. Unfortunately, mental and emotional struggles make it hard to know and love ourselves and others. I am here to help you see that healing is possible.

My focus

I help adults identify obstacles to their goals and provide guidance and support to reach the life they want. Many people feel sadness, worry, and fear throughout the day, and I'm here to help you work through these challenges.

My approach

I hold a safe and accepting space for you to process and explore your unique story shaped by joy and pain. I seek to collaboratively and empathetically walk alongside you. We'll partner together to develop tools and resources that will help you find healing and empowerment.

My communication style

I believe in open and honest communication that balances empathy with challenging and open reflection.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey to becoming a therapist was special. I worked in many other settings and never felt happy. I recognized that listening and guiding are personal strengths, so I took the leap to transition to clinical counseling. I view being a therapist as a calling, and I enjoy helping people experience peace and joy.

My goals for you

I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you identify thoughts and behaviors that make it difficult to think, feel, and live how you want to. We will learn how thoughts, feelings, and behavior influence each other and create or perpetuate barriers. Together, we will develop a plan to intervene in this cycle and create meaningful change.

Our first session

Our first session will be an opportunity to get to know each other. We will discuss your personal history and your goals for therapy. You will have the chance to ask questions and gain a better understanding of my approach to therapy.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Attachment-based

Behavioral Activation

Compassion Focused

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Motivational Interviewing

Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)

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Focus populations

BIPOC

Educators

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem
Arlo

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Masters of Arts (MA) in Community Clinical Psychology from Texas Southern University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Nicole Lightfoot