Something has to change. You know it. Maybe you've known it for a while.
You're tired of feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like you're just going through the motions. You've tried managing it on your own. And it's exhausting.
That's exactly what individual therapy at Nichols & Associates is here for.
Sessions are built entirely around you: your goals, your background, your pace. No rigid scripts. No one-size-fits-all approach. Just structured, confidential support from a doctoral-level clinical psychologist who has worked with some of the most complex cases in New York City.
Treatment draws on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing, tailored to your specific situation. And because every person's story is different, cultural background, identity, and lived experience are built into the process. Not treated as an afterthought.
All sessions are available via telehealth through the Doxy platform. Whenever you're ready, we're here.
Consultations are available for new clients. There's no pressure, no judgment. Just a conversation about what you're dealing with and how we can help.
Most people spend months, sometimes years, before finally reaching out for support. When you do, you deserve more than a generic intake form and a therapist who barely remembers your name between sessions.
At Nichols & Associates, every client works directly with a licensed clinical psychologist who brings doctoral-level training, crisis intervention experience, and a genuine commitment to culturally informed care. That means your sessions are not handed off, not rushed, and not templated.
Whether you're a longtime New Yorker, an expat navigating life in a new country, or someone who has simply reached a point where "pushing through" is no longer working. This practice was built for you.
Depression Depression doesn't always look like sadness. Sometimes it looks like doing less, caring less, and slowly disconnecting from everything that used to matter. Therapy provides practical, evidence-based tools to interrupt that cycle and find your way back.
Anxiety The worry that won't turn off, the tension in your body, the decisions you keep avoiding. Anxiety is treatable, and sessions focus on identifying what's actually driving it and building skills that genuinely reduce it over time.
PTSD and Trauma Trauma doesn't stay in the past. It shows up in how you respond to stress, how you trust people, and how safe you feel day to day. Therapy provides a carefully paced approach to processing it without retraumatization.
Burnout and Workplace Stress Burnout is not a productivity problem. It's a clinical condition, and therapy helps you understand how you got here and build a sustainable path forward.
Life Transitions Some of the hardest moments in life aren't crises. They're transitions. Therapy helps you process the emotional weight of change and find solid footing on the other side.
Grief and Loss There is no correct timeline for grief. This is a space where you don't have to minimize what you're carrying or move on before you're ready.
Self-Esteem and Identity Chronic self-doubt and identity uncertainty, especially when navigating multiple cultural backgrounds, can make everyday life harder than it needs to be. Nichols & Associates brings deep experience in exactly this kind of work.
Anger Management Anger is almost never the root issue. Therapy helps you understand what's underneath it and build more effective responses over time.
Dr. Nichols creates a safe space free of judgment to allow me to open up fully and explore past and present challenges. She not only listens attentively, but also helps me set achievable goals for healing and growth.
Dr. Nichols made me feel comfortable. Her demeanor was warm and I felt trust immediately that I was able to open up to her without reservations. I would highly recommend her and look forward to future visits.
I found Dr. Nichols to be a great listener, warm bedside manner, and very easy to talk to. In my search for a new therapist, Dr. Nichols checks all the boxes and I'm grateful to have found her on ZocDoc. Would highly recommend.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist | New York State
Dr. Nichols holds a Bachelor of Science in Experimental Psychology from University College London, an MBA from Sciences Po in Paris, and a Ph.D. from Alliant International University in San Diego. Post-doctoral training was completed in New York City.
Her clinical background goes well beyond traditional outpatient therapy. She has formal training in crisis assessment and intervention, and currently leads a Mobile Crisis Team in Brooklyn, NY. That experience shapes how she approaches even the most complex clinical presentations.
She provides therapy in both English and French and holds an active New York State clinical license.
Fun Fact Dr. Nichols has personally traveled to 152 countries and counting. That firsthand experience living across cultures is not just a personal passion; it directly shapes how she works with multicultural, cross-cultural, and expat clients who want a therapist who genuinely understands what it means to navigate life between worlds.
Individual therapy is a structured, one-on-one treatment process in which a licensed therapist works with a client to address specific mental health concerns, emotional challenges, or personal goals. At Nichols & Associates in New York City, individual therapy sessions draw on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing, adapted to each client's background, circumstances, and goals.
Individual therapy can help with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, PTSD, burnout, grief, life transitions, relationship difficulties, anger management, and identity or self-esteem issues. Nichols & Associates also has specialized experience working with multicultural and expat populations navigating cultural identity and the challenges of living between cultures.
Individual therapy length varies depending on the presenting concern and the client's goals. Some clients make meaningful progress in eight to twelve sessions. Others benefit from longer-term work, particularly when addressing complex trauma, chronic depression, or long-standing behavioral patterns. Treatment duration is regularly reviewed and openly discussed throughout the process.
Completely. Most people have doubts before starting. You don't need to be certain therapy will work. You just need to be willing to find out. A consultation is a low-pressure conversation, not a commitment. Come with your questions, and we'll answer them honestly.
New clients can book an initial consultation through NexHealth or Zocdoc. All sessions are conducted via telehealth through the Doxy platform, making it easy to access care from anywhere in New York or beyond. Sessions are available in English and French.
Yes. Nichols & Associates is currently accepting new clients for individual therapy in New York City. New clients can book an initial consultation directly through NexHealth or Zocdoc. All sessions are conducted via telehealth through the Doxy platform and are available in English and French.