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Nicole Cotto

Therapist
5 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I believe therapy should be a place where you feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported without judgment. I specialize in working with women navigating pregnancy, postpartum, motherhood, anxiety, life transitions, and trauma. I also work with teens and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and the lasting effects of traumatic experiences. Additionally, I enjoy supporting first responders—including firefighters—as they navigate the unique stressors, trauma exposure, and demands of their profession. My goal is to help clients build resilience, strengthen coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.

My approach to therapy

My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed. I believe healing begins with a strong therapeutic relationship, where clients feel safe, respected, and empowered to be themselves. I tailor therapy to each individual's unique experiences and goals, drawing from evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and strengths-based techniques. Whether you're navigating trauma, anxiety, the demands of motherhood, or the pressures of a high-stress career, we'll work together to help you feel more confident, balanced, and in control.

What you can expect from me

Your first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other. We'll talk about what brought you to therapy, explore your personal history, discuss your goals, and answer any questions you may have about the therapeutic process. My priority is helping you feel comfortable and understood from the very beginning. There's no pressure to share everything at once—we'll move at a pace that feels right for you while developing a plan that aligns with your goals.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Energetic, Empowering, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    5 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Adelphi University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York), LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) Out-of-State Telehealth (Florida)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Ascension, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Trauma
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Women's issues, PTSD, Infertility
  • Therapy methods
    Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Strength-Based, Trauma Focused CBT, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Humanistic
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Children, Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English
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