- Nonjudgmental listening
- Practical steps
- Encourages honesty
About Nicole
Nicole Forester is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) who offers calm, direct listening for people feeling overwhelmed. She focuses on things like stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, and codependency. Nicole encourages honest conversation and helps clients find their own voice during sessions.
Nicole uses a straightforward, warm style in session. She invites people to be direct and unedited when they feel ready. Sessions aim to create space for the client to name what matters and take small, practical steps toward change.
Her background includes a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Phoenix and a Bachelor of Arts in Music Therapy from Utah State University. She has 16 years of clinical experience across inpatient, outpatient, addiction recovery, hospice, and intensive-outpatient settings.
Over the years Nicole has worked with neuropsychiatric and youth crisis teams, outpatient addiction programs, hospice services for children and teens, and ran a private practice. This varied experience informs how she tailors sessions to fit different life situations and stressors.
Nicole draws on therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Existential Therapy. She encourages prospective clients to ask questions and to interview a therapist to find a good fit before starting work together.
How her approaches guide online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take action in line with what matters, even when emotions are strong. ACT can be useful for stress, anxiety, and codependency-related patterns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors to build more helpful habits and reduce distress. It often involves practical exercises and step-by-step changes that translate well to remote sessions. Client-Centered Therapy centers the client's experience and uses empathetic listening to help people find their own answers, which can help with grief, identity questions, and feeling stuck.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as needed, so the process stays collaborative and responsive.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as they are not listed here. Online therapy can make scheduling easier and help sessions fit around work, caregiving, or travel. It can also allow for shorter check-ins, fewer commutes, and the ability to use exercises or worksheets during a session. Licensed professionals can adapt ACT, CBT, and client-centered techniques effectively in remote appointments, helping clients apply skills in daily life.
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Experience
16+ years
Credentials
California, Colorado, Utah
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Nicole help with?
She supports people coping with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, codependency, and related concerns listed in her specialties.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Sessions are direct and warm, with an emphasis on honest conversation and listening. The work often focuses on naming what matters and taking practical steps forward.
What experience does she bring?
Nicole has 16 years of experience in settings that include inpatient units, addiction recovery, youth crisis teams, outpatient programs, hospice care for children and teens, and private practice.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She holds the credentials LPC and LPCC and practices in Colorado.
Can clients work with her in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she take international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment work?
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?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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