Nichole Garcia

Nichole Garcia is a licensed masters social worker (LMSW) with 13 years in the field. She began working with children and teens at a residential shelter in 2012 and later moved into adult services at a community mental health agency. Her work has covered a wide range of concerns, and she brings practical experience to each session.

She has supported people managing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma and abuse, and substance use concerns. Her past roles included work in homeless shelters, residential facilities, and a psychiatric ward, which shaped a hands-on approach to care. Nichole also has experience with eating disorders, ADHD, anger, and issues related to identity and relationships.

Over the years she attended trainings in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, prolonged exposure, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, eating disorder care, and substance use interventions. Nichole uses that learning to combine clear skills practice with honest conversation. She aims to help people notice what matters and take small steps toward change.

Nichole describes herself as open and transparent. She prioritizes building trust through straightforward talk and empathy. Sessions focus on practical strategies, skills practice, and making plans that fit daily life.

People who choose her often want a therapist who listens, teaches concrete tools, and keeps discussions grounded. Nichole says she looks forward to collaborating and creating a genuine therapeutic relationship based on honesty and respect.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Trauma-Focused Therapy in her work focuses on helping people process and reduce the impact of past hurt. It often involves talking through difficult memories at a pace that feels manageable and building skills to handle strong feelings.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, centers on clarifying values and taking small actions that match those values. It helps when worry or unhelpful thoughts get in the way of living the life someone wants.

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how past relationships shape current patterns. It can help people understand reactions in close relationships and try new ways of relating.

Nichole treats finding the right approach as a team effort. She will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful, and then try methods that fit those needs. This collaborative process can include learning a new skill, practicing between sessions, and adjusting the plan over time.

Because the original biography does not specify session formats, please confirm which online options are offered before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around busy days, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Many people find remote sessions helpful for practicing skills in real-life settings and keeping therapy consistent during life changes.