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Nicole Ficano, LMHC

Stress and anxiety Coping with addictions Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Depression
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About me

As a licensed therapist in New York, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My approach centers on helping clients develop self-compassion, improve communication, and overcome challenges related to anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship dynamics.

I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore personal growth, address workplace stress, and heal from past experiences. My therapeutic work focuses on understanding attachment patterns, managing mood disorders, and supporting individuals through transitions and interpersonal challenges.

Drawing from evidence-based practices, I help clients develop resilience, build healthier coping strategies, and reconnect with their inner strengths. Whether you're struggling with social anxiety, relationship issues, or seeking deeper self-understanding, I'm committed to walking alongside you with empathy and professional expertise.

Professional experience

9 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety Coping with addictions Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Depression

Additional areas of focus: LGBTQ+ related issues, Family conflicts, Coping with grief and loss, Intimacy related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Motivation, self esteem, and confidence, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Executive and professional coaching, Compassion fatigue, Concentration, memory and focus (ADHD), Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Codependency, Communication problems, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family problems, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues

Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Services offered

Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging

License information

NY LMHC 010149

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Nicole Ficano. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

Nicole has been amazing! I am so glad I was matched with her because she has the experience and expertise to guide me through healing from what I went through. It's hard to explain to normal friends what I've gone through but Nicole totally gets it and acknowledges that what I'm feeling is normal. I definitely think this therapy relationship with Nicole will be a long lasting one!

Written on Jul 08, 2026 after therapy with Nicole for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, coping with life changes, and adhd

Nicole is wonderful. I'm learning and understanding a lot about myself and am glad I'm on this journey to heal with her.

Written on Jun 17, 2026 after therapy with Nicole for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, and adhd

She’s fun she listens to you After the session, you feel more relaxed

Written on Apr 27, 2026 after therapy with Nicole for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, and self esteem

Nicole is understanding and easy to connect with.

Written on Apr 22, 2026 after therapy with Nicole for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

Nicole listens to my concerns and has been very helpful so far, I am going to continue working with her and would recommend

Written on Apr 19, 2026 after therapy with Nicole for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes

Nicole is a wonderful listener. In the short amount of time that we have been working together, she has helped me tremendously. She is clear with her guidance and is very thoughtful. I’d recommend her to everyone!

Written on Jan 17, 2021 after therapy with Nicole for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching