Nicole Valadao

Currently offering very short term therapy. I have worked as a social worker since 2015 and was licensed in 2024. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, LGBTQ+ related issues, career difficulties, & depression. I also have experience working with compassion fatigue. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am best positioned to serve those who are apart of the LGBTQ+ community, parents dealing with stress from children, those dealing with depression, anxiety and ADHD. I have experience working with those who have had a traumatic brain injury. Also, clients who are just needing someone to talk to manage day to day life and stress. I worked in child welfare for 9 years; I have experience working with children of all ages, parents who are struggling with substances and mental health challenges, as well as working with caregivers and extended family.

During our first session it will feel like a casual conversation. I like to get to know who you are, I can tell you a little about myself to make you feel like you are talking to another human being. I like to know what brings you to therapy, if you have had therapy in the past, what you liked about it and what did not work for you. I like to set goals for us to work towards and if it seems like a good fit for you and for me, we will schedule another appointment.