- Anxiety and depression
- Attachment and family patterns
- CBT and DBT skills
About Nichole
Nichole Garcia is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with 13 years of experience. She began her career working with children and teens in a residential shelter and later moved into adult services. Her practice covers a broad range of concerns including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addictions, relationship and family issues, and trauma-related difficulties.
She has worked with adults in community mental health settings since 2017, gaining experience with mood disorders, personality challenges, and ADHD. Early field placements included homeless shelters, residential facilities, and psychiatric hospital work, which shaped her practical approach to care. Nichole holds a Bachelor of Social Work from Wayne State University and completed an accelerated Master of Social Work the following year.
In clinical work she uses clear, practical methods. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills appear in her approach for emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based ideas also inform how she talks about values and relationship patterns.
Nichole works with issues rooted in family of origin and attachment, helping people recognize how old roles or expectations still shape choices now. She also supports people dealing with grief, parenting strain, body image, and co-occurring concerns such as chronic illness or substance use. Sessions focus on learning specific skills and practicing changes between meetings.
She values honest communication in the therapeutic relationship. Prospective clients are encouraged to ask questions about methods, session structure, and goals before they schedule their first appointment.
How her therapeutic approaches guide online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people clarify their values and take small actions toward them, even when thoughts or feelings are difficult. It can help with anxiety, depressive avoidance, and decisions that feel stuck. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets the connections among thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, offering practical exercises and homework to change unhelpful patterns and improve mood or daily functioning. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills for managing strong emotions and improving relationships, including techniques for distress tolerance and communication.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with the client to pick methods that match the person’s goals, needs, and preferences. That collaborative process can include trying different techniques and adjusting the plan based on what helps most.
The biography does not list which session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, such as shorter check-ins during a work break, fewer needs to travel, or options that reduce screen time when bandwidth is limited. Licensed professionals can use several evidence-based methods in virtual meetings to teach skills, review homework, and practice new ways of relating to family patterns and personal goals.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
Nichole works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addictions, relationship and family issues, and concerns related to trauma and attachment. She also helps with eating and sleeping problems, parenting strain, and ADHD.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She uses practical, skills-based work that draws from CBT, DBT, ACT, and attachment-informed ideas. Sessions focus on learning techniques and practicing changes between meetings.
How long has she worked in mental health?
She has 13 years of experience, beginning with work in residential shelters for youth and later providing adult services in community mental health settings.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is an LMSW, a Licensed Master Social Worker, practicing in Michigan.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts clients from outside the United States.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
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