- Stress and anxiety
- Attachment focus
- ACT and CBT methods
About Nicole
Nicole Phelan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Maine with nine years of experience. She has worked with people facing depression, anxiety, parenting and family problems, PTSD, attachment concerns, and ADHD. She has also supported those who have experienced physical or sexual trauma and emotional abuse, and she has a history of service in the Army Reserve including a 2003–2004 tour in Iraq.
Her approach in sessions is direct and interactive. She speaks plainly and works alongside people to set practical goals. She uses talk therapy and structured methods to address symptoms and daily challenges rather than relying on abstract explanations.
Nicole draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice patterns of thought and behavior and try different responses. She also uses Attachment-Based ideas to consider how early relationships shape current reactions, and Jungian perspectives to look at deeper personal themes when that fits the client's goals.
Sessions may include concrete tools for handling anxiety, skills for managing anger, and strategies for parenting and blended household concerns. She also uses motivational interviewing techniques to help people clarify what matters to them and take small steps toward those aims.
Her style is straightforward and practical. She encourages activities outdoors as one way to support mood and self-esteem when clients are interested. People who are considering therapy can expect clear discussion about goals, step-by-step options, and a focus on workable changes.
How her approaches translate to online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then pick actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, low mood, and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing practical behavior changes to reduce symptoms like worry or avoidance. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current trust and reacting patterns and can help with family and relationship tensions.Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk through your concerns and goals, explain possible methods, and try options that fit your preferences and circumstances. Together you will review what works and adjust the plan as needed.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a weekday or lunch break and can reduce travel time. It can also allow shorter check-ins or audio-only meetings when that suits a person's needs. Reach out through the platform to learn which formats are available and to arrange an initial session that fits into your schedule.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Maine
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting and family concerns, trauma and abuse, ADHD, and related issues such as attachment or blended family challenges.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is direct and interactive, focusing on practical steps and clear goals rather than abstract theory.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has nine years of clinical experience as a practicing LCSW in Maine.
What credentials and region are listed?
She is a ME LCSW and is based in Maine.
Which languages and international options are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current online and in-person options when arranging a first meeting.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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