Nicole (Nikki) OHerien

Practical support for stress and life changes

LCSW New York

Experience: 4 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Nicole

Nicole (Nikki) OHerien is a licensed clinical social worker based in New York who draws on four years of practice to help people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, and challenges with addictions. She also supports clients exploring self-esteem, motivation, life purpose, and women's issues.

Background and approach

Nikki frames her work around practical strategies while attending to each person's unique experience and priorities. Her approach emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental atmosphere where clients can speak openly about thoughts and feelings.

She uses goal-oriented methods alongside collaborative conversations to identify small, achievable steps forward. Nikki encourages people to recognize the courage involved in seeking support and aims to make the process as approachable and constructive as possible.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression; it uses practical exercises and skills that can be practiced between sessions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, empathetic relationship where the therapist reflects and clarifies a client's experience to help them find their own solutions and build self-understanding.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work together with each client to explore goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, then adapt methods to suit those needs rather than applying a single technique from the start.

Online sessions using video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer greater flexibility for fitting therapy into a busy life and can make consistent support easier to maintain. These options allow clients to engage in skill-building, problem solving, and reflective conversation in formats that match their schedules and communication styles.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Nicole commonly address?

She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes, with additional focus on life purpose and women's issues.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is collaborative and nonjudgmental, blending practical, goal-oriented techniques with open conversation to help clients set and reach their objectives.

What professional experience does she have?

Nicole brings four years of professional experience working with clients on concerns such as anxiety, addiction, motivation, and self-esteem.

What credentials and location should I know about?

She holds an LCSW and is licensed in New York under NY LCSW 096509.

Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?

She does not accept international clients at this time and provides services to clients located where her licensure allows practice.

Which session formats are available?

Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.

How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are arranged through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin working together?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Life purposeWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

4+ years

Licensed

New York

Languages

English