I am licensed in Tennessee with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Professional experience
8 yrs in practice
Motivation, self esteem, and confidence
Additional areas of focus:Stress and anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Coping with grief and loss, Intimacy related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Emptiness, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Self-love, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy
Services offered
Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging
License information
TN LPC 6337
Reviews
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Knowledgeable, understanding, and helps look at things from a variety of perspectives. As a black man especially I would highly recommend.
Written on Jun 27, 2026 after therapy with Christopher for 2 years and 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dr Nickson creates space for healing, understanding, reflection, and growth.
Written on Jun 11, 2026 after therapy with Christopher for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, coping with life changes, and adhd
I absolutely adore Dr. Nickson! I’m grateful for his expertise & the way he helps me not overthink as much. The best therapist hands down!
Written on Jun 03, 2026 after therapy with Christopher for 2 years and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Attention to detail..Thoughtful
Written on May 29, 2026 after therapy with Christopher for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Dr. Nickson is unbelievably knowledgeable in many aspects of therapy. I have never listened to and had full trust for someone in the 26 years I have been alive. I recommend any and all to Dr. Nickson!
Written on May 27, 2026 after therapy with Christopher for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, anger management, and adhd
I'm so blessed to have found Dr. Nickson. He is Very attentive.
Written on May 17, 2026 after therapy with Christopher for 2 years and 3 months on issues concerning family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues
Dr. Nickson is attentive and supportive. He listened with intent to understand and knows where I want to go in life. He assists in helping me forge a positive path ahead and helps me turn obstacles into opportunities for learning and growth. I have experienced significant hardship in the past two years, and I believe it is my regular conversations with Dr. Nickson that have held my mind and spirit together so I can remain focused on my improvement and not on my struggles. I am very grateful that I met him and that he and I have stayed committed to making this therapy relationship work. This has been a gift that keeps on giving and I’m humbled to have someone invest so much time and energy into helping me.
Written on May 11, 2026 after therapy with Christopher for 2 years and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
Insightful, supportive, encouraging in a realistic and applicable way.
Written on Mar 01, 2026 after therapy with Christopher for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Dr. Nickson is one of a kind. I appreciate his time, and expertise.
Written on Feb 17, 2026 after therapy with Christopher for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life
Personally, I would say that Dr. Nickson is highly understanding and a quick thinker. We’re able to build off each other’s ideas and work almost seamlessly at times. He is excellent at what he does and truly deserves whatever recognition or opportunities can be offered to him.
Written on Dec 17, 2025 after therapy with Christopher for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
Dr. Nickson is very patient and caring. He is a great listener and is helpful for getting a plan together.
Written on Dec 09, 2025 after therapy with Christopher for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, and anger management
Dr. Nickson has an amazing knack for understanding personal situations and adding valuable insight to help.
Written on Dec 09, 2025 after therapy with Christopher for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts
Dr. Nickson is everything a person could want in a therapist: highly capable, competent, and compassionate. While it is is never easy being vulnerable and plain spoken about one’s emotional burdens and sensitivities, Dr. Nickson has an easygoing and thoughtful demeanor that makes doing “the work” much easier than ever before.
Written on Nov 09, 2025 after therapy with Christopher for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Has been an amazing help.
Written on Oct 22, 2025 after therapy with Christopher for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Doc Nickson is great
Written on Oct 15, 2025 after therapy with Christopher for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr: Nickson is a class act who has helped me through my darkest days. He is compassionate when he needs to be, and will tell you things you need, not want to hear when appropriate. Easily the best therapist I’ve ever worked with out of several.
Written on Oct 12, 2025 after therapy with Christopher for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dr. Nickson is very helpful and easy to talk to. He offers great perspective and advice to a variety of topics. His words have helped me tremendously. 10/10 would recommend!
Written on Oct 07, 2025 after therapy with Christopher for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, and career difficulties
I appreciate his feedback/input. He has assisted me when it comes to guidance/reassurance through my journey of this so called life. He will definitely go down in my book of life. Thank you, Dr. Nickson.
Written on Oct 07, 2025 after therapy with Christopher for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, anger management, and bipolar disorder
Dr Nickson helped me ReDiscover the things that make me happy in life and gave me the confidence to stand-up to my narcissistic spouse. I feel reborn.
Written on Jul 21, 2025 after therapy with Christopher for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and adhd
He is absolutely a good listener!
Written on Jul 20, 2025 after therapy with Christopher for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Incredible dude to work with, listens and gives focuse to what you would need to overcome what you’re facing, he ensures that everything you say does matter
Written on Jun 10, 2025 after therapy with Christopher for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Very helpful!
Written on Apr 03, 2025 after therapy with Christopher for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and anger management
I love Dr. Nickson. I trust him whole heartedly and I know he is looking out for my best self. Highly recommend.
Written on Feb 08, 2025 after therapy with Christopher for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, and adhd
Dr. Nickson has been very helpful to helping me overcome and understand my doubts and feelings of some of the tough times I have been through, he has also helped me learn more ways of educating myself and believing myself when I have thoughts I know are correct and good!
Written on Jan 31, 2025 after therapy with Christopher for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
Dr Nickson is great! He listens and he cares. He provides insightful tips to help you get through your life.
Written on Jan 31, 2025 after therapy with Christopher for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dr.Nickson never fails to amaze me with how he guides me through this journey of self awareness. He is intentional in getting to know me and pushing me to get to know myself so I understand my struggles and my strengths. I am grateful to have been under his care for the last year, going on two. He is wonderful! And I have developed wonderfully within this time period.
Written on Jan 07, 2025 after therapy with Christopher for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coaching
Dr. Nickson is very professional and understanding. Doesn’t make it a problem that you lack the deeper understanding or knowledge beyond the surface level of things.
Written on Dec 24, 2024 after therapy with Christopher for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder,
The the type of therapist who truly can meet you on your level, then can teach you the skills to find your own answers and navigate to higher peaks and thrive!
Written on Nov 07, 2024 after therapy with Christopher for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
I have seen several therapists throughout my life and I’ve always looked for someone who not only will listen, but is open to giving feedback, even when it may be tough to hear. I have been extremely impressed and very comfortable in working with Dr. Nickson. I feel heard and seen and in a safe space to share my deepest thoughts and feelings, without fear of judgment or criticism. It feels like I’m speaking with a trusted, well educated friend as opposed to just someone I’m paying to listen to me. I would highly recommend Dr. Nickson to anyone seeking therapy who is going through a rough patch, negative patterns, or even needs help becoming the best version of yourself.
Written on Oct 27, 2024 after therapy with Christopher for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
I have really enjoyed therapy with Dr. Nickson so far. Our sessions always flow so well which is important to me. He not only is a great listener, he also challenges and encourages me to reach my best potential for myself on this journey. I highly recommend him for anyone looking for a great therapist.
Written on Oct 10, 2024 after therapy with Christopher for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, eating disorders, and self esteem
He is a rock star. Getting to know anyone takes a while. He got to know me. I got to know him. He’s a genuine dude with genuine care and concern and empathy for me. I consider him a friend that helps me be a better friend to everyone else.
Written on Sep 29, 2024 after therapy with Christopher for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Very knowledgeable, easy to talk to, but also challenging when needed.
Written on Sep 26, 2024 after therapy with Christopher for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and compassion fatigue
Dr. Nickson is awesome. Not only is he a good listener and fun conversationalist but he knows when to ask a thought-provoking question and give helpful professional advice. He also picks up on the self-destructive patterns I have and helps hold me accountable to make better decisions and grow in confidence and happiness.
Written on Sep 18, 2024 after therapy with Christopher for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
Dr. Nickson is responsive and highly supportive of me. He is good at reading when I get overwhelmed, and works with me to create manageable intervals and milestones for change.
Written on Sep 04, 2024 after therapy with Christopher for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
He’s been great since I’ve started, and continues to be great!
Written on Jul 18, 2024 after therapy with Christopher for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dr. Nickson is extremely knowledgeable, understanding, and caring. He does a great job of leading you to the answers that you seek without telling you what you need to do which is awesome. He has helped me grow tremendously
Written on Jul 11, 2024 after therapy with Christopher for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and coaching
Dr. Nickson has helped me through many tough situations. He listens well and not only gives direction and an alternate pov, but teaches skills that I can take with me in the future!
Written on Jul 02, 2024 after therapy with Christopher for 11 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Great Therapist, Listens well. Summarizes what you said to make sure he understands what you are trying to say.
Written on Jun 11, 2024 after therapy with Christopher for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Having never done therapy before, I knew there was gonna be a lot of learning when it comes to being vulnerable, a lot of trust to be built to feel confident in sharing so much about my life to better myself, and Dr. Nickson has helped me to grow by teaching me the skills needed to conquer my anxiety and live a much fuller life. Therapy was the best decision for me and Dr. Nickson has been amazing to work with.
Written on Jun 05, 2024 after therapy with Christopher for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
He is very helpful and understanding. He has a way with words that you feel like you are heard. Strongly recommend to others.
Written on May 20, 2024 after therapy with Christopher for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dr. Nickson has supported me through what is the most challenging time of my life. His wisdom, kindness, and guidance have brought me through some of my life's most difficult days.
Written on May 06, 2024 after therapy with Christopher for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I’ve met with several different therapist over the years and Dr. Nickson is hands down the best I’ve come across. He is the sole reason I continue to use Better Help. He has helped me tremendously since I started seeing him. I can’t recommend him enough. If you find yourself on the fence on switching therapist or are looking for a new one. Give Dr. Nickson a go. I highly doubt you’ll be disappointed.
Written on May 03, 2024 after therapy with Christopher for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dr. Nickson, is the best! Highly recommend 10/10.
Written on Mar 28, 2024 after therapy with Christopher for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and career difficulties
Dr. Nickson is proactive and reaches out when he feels his client could use a hand. He has helped me through trauma and depressive symptoms.
Written on Mar 17, 2024 after therapy with Christopher for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Having Dr. Nickson as a therapist is like meeting up with that one friend you haven’t seen in forever. You talk, you laugh, maybe even cry, but at the end of the day it’s someone you know you can ultimately rely on to steer you in the right direction. He doesn’t let his own opinions bias your problems, but rather he expands your field of vision to allow you to see your problems from another POV so that you can come together as a team to solve them.
Written on Mar 04, 2024 after therapy with Christopher for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
You have to experience for yourself he is the best 100%
Written on Feb 29, 2024 after therapy with Christopher for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life c
Best therapist I’ve ever had. He is knowledgeable and relates to his patients in the best way possible. Highly recommend.
Written on Jan 26, 2024 after therapy with Christopher for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
First ever therapy session and it was great! Since speaking to Dr. Nickson. I’ve been In a happier state and sober! Great times to book for those that have a tight schedule as well!
Written on Jan 24, 2024 after therapy with Christopher for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and adhd
A great listener, good friend.
Written on Jan 12, 2024 after therapy with Christopher for 3 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse
Extremely professional
Written on Jan 05, 2024 after therapy with Christopher for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I really appreciate Dr. Nickson. He’s understanding and offers a great safe space!
Written on Dec 19, 2023 after therapy with Christopher for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
I really appreciate his insight on the issues I discuss with him. He is really great at what he do and I would recommend him to others
Written on Nov 14, 2023 after therapy with Christopher for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
I’d recommend 1000 times over.
Written on Nov 05, 2023 after therapy with Christopher for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr. Nickson provides great insight an empathy. He is aware that everyone's journey is different.
Written on Oct 23, 2023 after therapy with Christopher for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Dr. Nickson is a great therapist! I enjoyed how he was able to translate my thoughts and feelings into simple terms that I could focus on and seek growth from. He is very easy to talk to and the sessions always seemed to go by very quickly. I definitely recommend!
Written on Oct 03, 2023 after therapy with Christopher for 3 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and self esteem
Dr. Nickson is an excellent listener and listens with full understanding! Very professional and provides guidance that works! You can tell he's focused on his client and that's important to me.
Written on Sep 21, 2023 after therapy with Christopher for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I haven’t known him long but he helped me through a rather difficult time involving family. He made me feel comfortable enough to open up about topics that I would otherwise never address. If you have trouble with anxiety I would definitely recommend him. :)
Written on Sep 07, 2023 after therapy with Christopher for 3 weeks
Dr. Nickson, is a wonderful human who listens and pays attention to detail when listening to his clients. He make sure you won't put excuses and helps you identify the issue you are facing. Whether it's several or getting the focus on the one topic. His patience and understanding is something to admire especially when coming into therapy for the first time and trying to also figure out how to share and confront certain obstacles. This has been my first time having therapy and having a therapist and to be honest I'm glad I got someone like the doc. Thank you Dr. Nickson.
Written on Sep 06, 2023 after therapy with Christopher for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
He’s here to listen to you and direct you in the right path
Written on Aug 25, 2023 after therapy with Christopher for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, grief, and career difficulties
He really listens and brings actionable ways for me to change thinking patterns.
Written on Aug 23, 2023 after therapy with Christopher for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and adhd
He is extremely helpful and thoughtful. He gave me some excellent ideas and skills to use in difficult situations. All the love and respect to him.
Written on Aug 04, 2023 after therapy with Christopher for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dr. Nickson is a great resource to help me gain better understand of personal cognizance and what I need to do for a better lifestyle change through the ability to get barriers broken down and building personal awareness.
Written on Jun 02, 2023 after therapy with Christopher for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Where do I start? Dr. Nickson could not be more helpful, and is very supportive but also expects me to hold up my end of the bargain. I enjoy having someone challenge me to be better. He helps me to set goals for myself that are attainable, and this approach has started to help me see that I can do better for myself. He also checks in with me regularly through the BetterHelp app to see how I am progressing and is very quick to respond when I send him a message. He makes you feel like old friends.
Written on May 19, 2023 after therapy with Christopher for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, and eating disorders
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