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Nicole Shields

Therapist(she/her)
21 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • LGBTQIA+, Identity issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I believe that the relationship between a counselor and client is the key ingredient in the growing and healing process. I am a Certified Kink Conscious Therapist. My specialties include working with LGBTQIA+ community, Kink, and BDSM. I have extensive trauma experience. Alternative ways of living are my specialties, and I am honored to work with anyone navigating or living these lifestyles.

My approach to therapy

My counseling style is drawn from many research-based therapies. I am trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR but utilize several other research-based therapies. I love to discover new ways to help others find clarity and resolve their dilemmas. My hope for my clients is to help them find peace and learn to manage life gracefully.

What you can expect from me

I understand that life is a personal roadmap and sometimes we just need a little help to find our way through it. My goal is to provide you with peace and tranquility while we navigate through your personal struggles. I would consider it an honor to work with you. If you would like an appointment, please give me a call, a text or send an e-mail to me.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Affirming, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    21 years of experience
  • Training
    Other at International Institute for Clinical Sexology, MS (Master of Science) at Lubbock Christian University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New Mexico, Texas)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    LGBTQIA+, Identity issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues, PTSD, Transgender issues
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Strength-Based, Critical Incident Stress Debrief (CISD), Trauma Focused CBT, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Behavior Modification, Structural Family, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Gestalt, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Attachment Based
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    5504 Wayne Street Suite 108
    Lubbock, TX 79414