Nicole Wells, LISW, LIMHP - Therapist in Iowa

About Nicole

Nicole Wells is a licensed social worker and mental health practitioner with 11 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, depression, and grief. Nicole practices with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

She focuses on practical conversation and honest support to help people take the next step toward change. Nicole is licensed in Iowa as an Independent Social Worker (LISW) and in Nebraska as a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP).

Background and approach

She adapts the conversation and any treatment plan to each person’s situation. That means sessions are shaped around current needs rather than a one-size-fits-all script. Her work includes supporting issues tied to family of origin and family problems, and she has experience with postpartum depression, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety.

Nicole also has experience addressing gender dysphoria and helping people through hospice and end-of-life concerns. She pays attention to the ways those experiences affect daily life and relationships. In sessions Nicole focuses on clear goals and straightforward steps people can try between meetings.

She will listen closely, offer feedback, and adjust plans as things change. The aim is to build coping skills and reduce distress in ways that fit real life. People who choose Nicole can expect a direct and caring approach that honors each person’s values and pace.

She encourages taking gradual steps and will support clients as they try new strategies and evaluate progress.

Evidence-based approaches adapted for online care

Nicole uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and emotional processing. One approach helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and try different ways of thinking and acting, which can reduce anxiety and low mood. Another approach focuses on processing past traumatic events in small, manageable steps so memories cause less distress in daily life. These methods are presented plainly and tied to real-world tasks to practice between sessions.

Finding the right method is part of the work. Nicole will collaborate with each person to choose which approaches to try based on current needs, goals, and preferences. She adjusts techniques over time and checks in to see what is helping and what needs to change so the plan stays useful.

Online options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which offer flexibility for busy schedules and different comfort levels. These formats let people connect from home, fit sessions around childcare or work, and continue support when travel or other life events make in-person meetings difficult. The goal is to make ongoing therapy more manageable while keeping the focus on clear goals and practical skills.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address most often?

Nicole commonly helps with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, depression, and grief. She also works with related issues like postpartum depression, panic attacks, and social anxiety.

What is her general therapy style?

Her style is direct and compassionate, with an emphasis on honest conversation and practical steps. Sessions focus on setting clear goals and trying strategies that fit day-to-day life.

How long has she practiced?

She has 11 years of professional experience working in mental health settings and with people facing a range of concerns.

Where is she licensed to practice?

She is licensed in Iowa as an IA LISW 007252 and in Nebraska as a NE LIMHP 2472.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.

How are sessions paid for?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on therapist availability.

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Experience: 11 years
Licensed: Iowa, Nebraska
Languages: English

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