- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma processing
- Skills focused
About Nicole
Nicole DeLuca is a Nevada-licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with three years of professional experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, low self-esteem, and ADHD. Nicole names life purpose among her concerns and focuses on practical struggles like motivation and confidence.
She approaches work from the standpoint that clients know their own stories. Nicole treats clients as the experts on their lives and helps them notice strengths they already have. Sessions tend to be straightforward and focused on what someone wants to change next.
Nicole uses several evidence-informed methods to guide the process. She draws on client-centered work to build collaboration, cognitive behavioral techniques to spot and shift unhelpful thinking, and elements of dialectical behavior therapy for emotion regulation and distress tolerance. She also uses EMDR for trauma processing and mindfulness practices to ground attention.
In a session she will listen to what feels most urgent and then suggest small, practical steps to try between meetings. Conversations often include concrete skills, short experiments, and checking what did or didn’t work. The emphasis is on usable tools rather than theory alone.
Clients who are considering therapy after a major change or when feeling stuck about next steps may find this approach useful. Nicole works in English and practices in Nevada. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on collaboration and listening. Online sessions let the therapist and client set goals together and adapt pacing so the work fits the person's current needs. This approach helps when someone is unsure what to prioritize.Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions. In online meetings CBT can include short exercises, thought records, and behavioral experiments to try between sessions. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for regulating strong emotions and coping with distress. Online sessions can teach breathing and grounding exercises, emotion regulation strategies, and practical steps to reduce impulsivity.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and help decide which methods match the client's goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process that can change as needs shift.
Session formats are not specified here, so confirm current online options before booking. Practically, remote meetings can make scheduling easier and reduce travel time. They can also allow shorter check-ins when a full session is not needed, or let someone join from a quieter setting to focus on skill practice and reflection.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Nevada
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
Nicole works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, low self-esteem, and ADHD. She also addresses life purpose, attachment and related issues.
How would she approach feeling stuck?
She starts by listening to what feels most pressing and then offers practical steps and skills to try. Sessions mix conversation with short experiments and skill practice.
What experience does she bring?
Nicole has three years of professional experience working with the listed concerns. Her background emphasizes helping people build confidence and motivation.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is an LCSW licensed in Nevada and provides services within that state. The credential is presented as NV LCSW.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted. Services are provided to clients in Nevada.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.