Nicole Dempsey, LCSW — Therapist in Florida

Hi there, I'm Nicole!

I work with individuals to help address issues with anxiety and depression. I am dedicated to providing compassionate, person-centered care to help individuals work together their personal goals in a value-driven way.

My focus

My primary focus is working with adults and teens to address issues with anxiety and depression. I have also started working with individuals who suspect or have been recently diagnosed with ADHD to help them learn how to feel more empowered by utilizing helpful strategies and tools.

My approach

I primarily approach therapy through a Cognitive and Behavioral approach by implementing strategies from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. While CBT focuses on changing negative thought patterns, ACT emphasizes accepting difficult feelings and committing to value-driven actions.

My communication style

My initial focus is on making sure that the client feels comfortable and listened to. Once that is established, I utilize a compassionate yet straightforward approach to help the client navigate forward.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have always been drawn to working with others to help them recognize their strengths and to help them attain what is important to them, whether it was being elected as a Mentor in 2nd grade to supporting friends in a more casual way.

My goals for you

Together, the client and I identify goals that the client wants to work towards to help keep us on track and focused. We may also change them depending on what we discover as we continue to work together.

Our first session

The main goal is to establish rapport by actively listening to what has guided you to seek out therapy and explore what it is you hope to gain from it. We would go over history, relevant information, and current strengths to help paint a big picture and then set some realistic goals.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

Military/Veterans

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Ambetter
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Texas, Austin.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Nicole Dempsey