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Nicole Barnwell

Therapist
6 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Anxiety, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • Family therapy, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a licensed professional counselor from Virginia with over 13 years of experience providing quality healthcare and mental health services to people of all ages, from children to older adults. My areas of expertise include helping clients manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, serious mental illness, relationship issues, and other life challenges.

My approach to therapy

My goal is to support you in healing, finding renewed energy, and discovering your inner strengths. Whether you’re facing challenges like depression, stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, difficult relationships, parenting conflicts, or unhelpful patterns from the past—or if you simply want to achieve a personal goal—I believe there is hope and a way forward. I am here to help you find clarity, peace, and emotional well-being on your journey.

What you can expect from me

Every client’s experience is tailored to their individual goals and desired outcomes. I bring a warm, approachable, and genuine presence to my work, making it easy for clients to open up about anything on their minds. People often describe me as enthusiastic yet relaxed, which helps create a comfortable environment for meaningful conversations. Together, we’ll lay out all the “puzzle pieces” of your life, step back to see the bigger picture, identify what might be holding you back, and develop practical strategies to move forward.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Humorous, Solution Oriented, Creative

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    6 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at Norfolk State University, BA (Bachelor of Arts) at Norfolk State University
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (Virginia)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, Sentara Health Plans, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Infertility
  • Therapy methods
    Structural Family, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Art Therapy, Relational, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Trauma Focused CBT
  • Care types
    Family therapy, Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Children, Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    5250 Challedon Drive Suite 203A
    Virginia Beach, VA 23462