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Nicole Messink

Therapist(she/her)
6 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Relationship issues
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

“Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen." - Brené Brown

My name is Nicole and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of New Jersey. Reaching out for help is a true act of bravery. If you are reading this, you are one step closer to changing your life for the better. Vulnerability can feel scary, but it is one of the most courageous actions we can take.

My approach to therapy

My areas of focus include: depression, anxiety, ADHD, stress, inner-child healing, addiction, life transitions, relationships, body image, self-esteem, spirituality, trauma, grief, ecotherapy, attachment, identity exploration, sex, and communication.

As someone who believes there is no one size fits all approach to therapy, I modify my therapeutic practice based on each individual’s needs.

What you can expect from me

My clients find me to be genuine, approachable, humorous, inclusive, and open-minded.

From my observations, I've found that incorporating humor and authenticity into my sessions has assisted in nurturing a strong connection between my clients and myself. I hold the belief that fostering a non-judgmental environment establishes the necessary conditions for discussing deeply personal subjects. It is an absolute privilege to be trusted to hold space for the healing portion of your journey.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Humorous, Open Minded, Holistic

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    6 years of experience
  • Training
    MS (Master of Science) at Monmouth University, BA (Bachelor of Arts) at Monmouth University
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (New Jersey)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Relationship issues
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Grief or loss, Women's issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Positive Psychology, Humanistic, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Attachment Based, Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Strength-Based, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English