Hi there, welcome. My name is Nicole, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC).
A little about me:
I began my career on an inpatient behavioral health unit. During that time (close to four years) I had been granted the opportunity to work as a part of a multi-disciplinary team while simultaneously being able to develop my personal counseling style. I have strong CBT experience and have worked with clients with a variety of mental health concerns including (but not limited to): depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, ADHD. I have additionally worked with individuals living with substance use disorders.
My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in working collaboratively to create a realistic plan with attainable goals. It takes courage to take the first step towards living a happier, more fulfilling life. I understand this and use it as a guiding principle in developing personalized treatment plans that are tailored to your individual needs and concerns.
Perhaps you're down or anxious - maybe you're unsure about the future of a relationship, or just feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to lead. Whatever your needs may be, I am here to offer support. Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery, and in my sessions I promote behavioral transformation by encouraging a positive outlook and the adoption of new attitudes and reactions. I have the tools and professional experience to help you get back on track while supporting and empowering you along the way. Let's do this together.
I so look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Codependency, Communication problems, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family Problems, Guilt and shame, Mood disorders , 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
NY LMHC 010149
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 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