- Warm and practical
- 25 years experience
- Focus on codependency
About Nina
Dr. Nina Rathmann helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and major life changes. She also supports people dealing with trauma, addiction, relationship and intimacy concerns, eating and body-image struggles, and codependency. Her work often includes coping with medical issues, caregiver stress, and the emotional fallout of divorce or blended family challenges.
She uses an eclectic approach and starts from wherever a person is. Sessions move at a pace that feels right for the individual. The goal is practical change - learning new ways to manage feelings, improve communication, and make everyday life more manageable.
Her style is warm and nonjudgmental. Nina aims to create a space where people feel seen and heard. She listens closely, asks clear questions, and helps people try small, workable steps between sessions.
Dr. Rathmann draws on a range of methods, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and client-centered work. She explains tools in plain language and practices with attention to how health problems or caregiving roles affect mood and daily routines.
She trained in Colorado, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Colorado, a Master of Social Work from the University of Denver, and a Doctorate in Psychology with an emphasis on Health and Wellness. Dr. Rathmann holds LCSW and CSW credentials and brings 25 years of clinical experience to her practice.
How her approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, codependency, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thinking and trying new behaviors to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. It works well for stress, anxiety, and mood struggles. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on identifying emotions and improving emotional connection with oneself, which can help intimacy and relationship-related challenges.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels helpful. That makes therapy a collaborative process rather than a one-size-fits-all prescription.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, save travel time, and support consistent check-ins during care transitions or medical treatment. Because session formats are not listed in the profile, confirm which formats are offered before booking. The therapist and client will decide together how to schedule sessions so they fit around work, caregiving, and health needs.
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Experience
25+ years
Credentials
Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, eating and self-esteem concerns, codependency, and related family and caregiving stresses.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is warm and nonjudgmental and she works at the client’s pace. She focuses on practical steps and clear conversation to help people manage feelings and daily challenges.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 25 years of experience working with a wide range of emotional and life challenges, including chronic illness, bereavement, and major life transitions.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and practices in Colorado.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what formats are used?
Please confirm the current session formats before booking by checking the scheduling options. The profile does not list specific session formats.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.