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Dr. Nicole Hofman

Psychologist(She/Her)
10 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Depression, Stress management, Trauma, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

When addiction, depression, trauma, or overwhelming stress begin affecting your relationships, confidence, and sense of direction, it can feel difficult to know where to turn. I work with adults and seniors navigating substance use concerns, depression, trauma, PTSD, and stress management challenges. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns, carrying the effects of painful experiences, struggling to maintain important relationships, or feeling overwhelmed by challenges that seem impossible to overcome alone. Whether you're working toward recovery, healing from trauma, managing emotional stress, or rebuilding your life after difficult experiences, therapy can provide a supportive space for growth and meaningful change. My goal is to help you better understand yourself, strengthen resilience, and create a life that feels more stable, balanced, and aligned with your values.

My approach to therapy

I believe meaningful healing begins with understanding the experiences, thoughts, emotions, and patterns that influence how we navigate life's challenges. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and practical, helping clients develop insight while building skills that support lasting change. I utilize Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Seeking Safety, Problem Solving Therapy, and Narrative Therapy approaches to support meaningful growth and recovery. Together, we may explore substance use concerns, depression, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, sleep difficulties, family issues, grief, relationship challenges, stress management, panic symptoms, LGBTQIA+ concerns, and emotional regulation. Therapy is tailored to your goals while helping you develop healthier coping strategies, strengthen self awareness, and create sustainable progress beyond the therapy room.

What you can expect from me

You can expect a warm, supportive, and judgment free environment where you feel heard, respected, and encouraged throughout the therapeutic process. I strive to create a space where you can openly explore challenges, process difficult experiences, and build confidence in your ability to move forward. As we work together, you can develop healthier coping skills, improved emotional regulation, stronger relationships, greater resilience, and a deeper understanding of yourself and your needs. Whether you're navigating recovery, depression, trauma, PTSD, or significant life stressors, my goal is to help you feel more empowered, grounded, and equipped to create meaningful and lasting change.

About me

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

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    10 years of experience
  • Training
    PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) at University of South Dakota
  • License type
    LP (Licensed Psychologist) (Missouri, Minnesota)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Depression, Stress management, Trauma, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, Sleep disorder, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Transgender issues
  • Therapy methods
    Seeking Safety, Motivational Interviewing, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Cognitive Processing (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Trauma Focused CBT, Behavioral, Behavioral Activation (BA)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English