Stephanie Nicolas, LMHC - Therapist in New York

About Stephanie

Stephanie Nicolas is a licensed mental health counselor who centers sessions on a client-centered approach. She focuses on practical skills and honest conversation to help adults navigate stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, career shifts, family challenges, and feelings of depression or compassion fatigue.

Her style is straightforward and strengths-based, working with clients to identify what already helps them and what new tools might be useful. Clients can expect a calm, respectful space to tell their story and try out new ways of coping.

Background and approach

Stephanie uses elements of cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, narrative work, and solution-focused techniques. She blends these methods to match what each person needs rather than following a rigid plan. Her aim is to teach skills that fit into everyday life.

She emphasizes small, achievable steps so progress feels realistic and manageable. Conversations often include practical communication strategies, ways to reframe unhelpful thoughts, and steps to reduce stress in daily routines. Stephanie has seven years of experience as a licensed mental health counselor.

She practices in New York and works with adults and seniors, individuals, couples, families, and groups. Sessions are conducted in English and use an approach that keeps the client in the lead. She also addresses life purpose and self-love as part of broader work on well-being.

Many clients appreciate a collaborative plan focused on clear goals, concrete tools, and steady support while they navigate change.

Approaches that translate well to online therapy

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and following the client’s lead. Online sessions give space for people to tell their story, set their own goals, and work at a pace that feels right. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses clear exercises and homework that fit naturally into video or messaging formats and helps with stress, anxiety, and mood changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals and try techniques that suit their needs. Together they decide whether to emphasize CBT skills, motivational interviewing, narrative reframing, or solution-focused steps based on what feels most helpful.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit appointments into busy schedules and to follow up between sessions. For many people, remote sessions mean accessing consistent support while balancing family, work, and other obligations.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Motivational Interviewing

A way of working through mixed feelings about change without being pushed. The therapist helps you weigh things up and find your own reasons, which often makes a difficult decision feel less stuck.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, career changes, coping with life changes, family concerns, depression, compassion fatigue, and related issues like life purpose and self-love.

What is the therapy style like?

The approach is client-centered and strengths-based. Sessions blend cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, narrative methods, and solution-focused work to build practical skills.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has seven years of experience as a mental health professional working with adults and groups in a range of life and family situations.

Where is the therapist licensed and located?

Stephanie Nicolas holds the LMHC credential and is licensed in New York with license number NY LMHC 006923.

Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What formats are available for sessions?

Sessions can take place by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to offer flexible options for different needs.

How does payment and cost work?

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

How do I begin working with this therapist?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Stress, Anxiety
Self esteem
Career difficulties

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 7 years
Licensed: New York
Languages: English

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