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Dr. Nicole Cepeda

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Accepts

Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, and Cigna

Specializes in

Family Issues and Trauma

About Me

As a bi-cultural and native New Yorker I am dedicated to providing a safe, non-judgmental, therapeutic space for individuals of all backgrounds. The idea of therapy can be difficult for so many because of mental health stigmas, cultural stigmas, as well as a lack of connection with professionals.


My approach is focused on helping people understand and overcome the effects that trauma can have on the brain and the body. Trauma, of any kind, can impact many people in a variety of ways. I utilize several approaches in therapy, including trauma-informed work, DBT, & neurobiology, all within a social justice and holistic framework.


My background is in individual therapy with children, adolescents, and young adults, parent-management, play therapy, and family therapy. In addition, I approach each session with the importance of building a strong rapport with clients and appreciating the vulnerability and courage present in the room.


Nicole's style is

Empowering
Participatory
Holistic

Insurance carriers Nicole accepts

Aetna
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna

More about Nicole

Other at Southern Connecticut State University
License type: LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York)
Gender: Female
Ethnicity: Caucasian, Hispanic, and Latinx
Languages: English and Spanish
Works with: Adolescents and Adults
More specialties: Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Cultural & Ethnic Issues, Relationship Issues, Women's Issues, and Identity Issues
Modalities: Psychodynamic, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma Focused CBT