Hey there, if you're dealing with issues related to your present life, or working through issues from the past; relationship concerns, self-esteem issues, blocked creativity, trauma, depression, anxiety; we can work on that stuff. Or maybe you're drinking or using a little (or a lot) more than you're comfortable talking to your family about and just want to maintain perspective; we can keep an eye on that too. LGBTQ+ Affirming!
My name's Nikki and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor here in Oklahoma. My approach is generally to help people better and more fully "see" themselves, through open-minded dialogue combining support with a challenge to grow- and to provide the tools with which to do so. People often lose touch with their core values and find themselves lost, questioning who they really are, and what they truly need, not just want. Acceptance and commitment therapy combines a non-judgemental understanding of others with clear encouragement to take the initial actions toward their identified goals, as many people want to change but are afraid to, and fall short, often trying to 'protect' ourselves from anticipated or imagined outcomes. A meaningful and fulfilling life requires the will- fearful or not- to venture toward one's values, without guarantees but with a belief that some risks are far outweighed by what is to be gained. Let's team up for a while to help you move positively forward on this ridiculous, incredible, often messy adventure of life.
I know from my own experience that all of the initial therapy decisions can be paralyzing so this is a reminder not to freeze. Most decisions are not final and sometimes you may just not click with someone so don't be afraid to speak up or make a change if the first, second, or tenth therapist feels mismatched. Although by the time you get to the tenth one you may want to begin the session by addressing whatever went on with the first nine.
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Attachment issues, BDSM, Kink, Alternative Sex Culture, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent Personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Emptiness, Expats, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders , Narcissism, Personality Disorders, Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-Harm, Self-love, Sex Addiction, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
OK LPC 7744
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Nikolette "Nikki" Hastings. 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.
I absolutely love my session with Nikki. She is very helpful and I feel I have made a lot of progress
Written on Oct 20, 2022 after therapy with Nikolette "Nikki" for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Nikki was amazing and flexible. She was always so eager to make sure I was able to be seen at a time that best fit my schedule. Her responses were timely and our sessions were safe places that produced so much inner growth for me. I’ll always be thankful to her for those things.
Written on Sep 27, 2022 after therapy with Nikolette "Nikki" for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Nikki is great at creating a safe and friendly environment that makes one feel at ease in opening up to deeper topics of healing. She provides some useful resources and encourages the client to see more and more perspectives for growth.
Written on Jul 09, 2022 after therapy with Nikolette "Nikki" for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
After being gone from therapy for months it feels easy to start again with Nikki. She is easy to talk to and listens well even when I ramble on!!
Written on Mar 30, 2022 after therapy with Nikolette "Nikki" for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coaching, and adhd
So lucky to have her!
Written on Mar 21, 2022 after therapy with Nikolette "Nikki" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and anger management
Just WOW! I was discouraged after being matched with a therapist that was just not able to communicate with me in a way that felt fluid, so I came in to the session a bit jaded. Within minutes I felt at ease. Which is by NO means an easy feat .. Nikki was intelligent, insightful down to earth and caring. It was obvious that she chose the right career path and I felt like for the first time in a long time I was able to express myself to someone who understood and offered unique ways to address complex issues. Feeling hopeful and valued .. looking forward to next session
Written on Mar 14, 2022 after therapy with Nikolette "Nikki" for 6 days on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem