- CBT methods
- Motivational interviewing
- Solution focused work
About Nicholas
Nicholas "Nick" Cross is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) licensed in Minnesota with four years of clinical experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, low self-esteem, ADHD, and life changes. He also focuses on blended family issues, family of origin concerns, workplace stress, money problems, and young adult transitions.
Nick uses straightforward conversation and goal-focused methods. He leans on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts, build motivation, and try practical steps that can make daily life easier. Sessions are practical and action-oriented rather than overly theoretical.
In sessions he asks clear questions and helps set short-term goals. He works with each person to identify small changes that can reduce anxiety, manage anger, or improve confidence. He also helps people sort through blended household tensions and the stress of changing family roles.
Nick keeps explanations plain and uses concrete tools people can use between meetings. He encourages tracking progress and adjusting plans when something is not working. He aims to make therapy a useful part of a busy life.
People who choose him should expect a direct, collaborative approach. He invites honest conversation about what is working and what is not. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How his approaches are used online
Nick uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing in straightforward ways. CBT helps people notice patterns of thinking that increase anxiety or low mood and then try different responses. Motivational Interviewing helps clarify what someone actually wants to change and builds small steps toward that goal.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. He will discuss goals and preferences, then collaborate on which methods to use and how quickly to move toward practical tasks. Clients set short-term goals and they review what helps and what does not.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They can also let someone use audio only if bandwidth is limited or keep sessions concise when a quick workday break is the best option. Licensed professionals, including therapists, often adapt tools such as worksheets and brief behavioral experiments to work well over distance.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Minnesota
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, low self-esteem, ADHD, and related mood and workplace issues. He also lists blended family issues and family of origin concerns.
What style of therapy does he use?
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. These approaches focus on changing thoughts, building motivation, and trying practical steps.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has four years of professional work experience as an LICSW. That reflects his time working in clinical settings since earning his license.
Is he licensed and where is he based?
He is a Minnesota LICSW and practices from Minnesota. The credential listed is MN LICSW.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the chosen location settings.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That starts the intake and scheduling process.
Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.