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Nicole DeLuca, LCSW

  • Experience3 years
  • LocationNevada
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Trauma and abuse
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Nicole

Nicole DeLuca is a Nevada-licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with three years of professional experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma, and mood concerns.

Background and approach

She centers her work on the belief that each person knows their story best and brings strengths that can be used to address challenges such as low self-esteem, depression, impulsivity, and difficulties related to ADHD.

Her approach blends several evidence-informed methods to meet a range of concerns including panic, post-traumatic stress, attachment and abandonment wounds, body image, and problems with communication or control. Nicole emphasizes collaboration and practical strategies while honoring a client's perspective, aiming to build clearer coping skills and a stronger sense of self-worth.

Beginning therapy can feel intimidating, and Nicole frames that first step as a meaningful act of courage. She offers empathetic, goal-focused support that adapts to what each person brings, helping clients move from feeling stuck toward clearer priorities and sustainable change.

Online Approaches and How They Help

Nicole integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR into her online practice, offering both practical skills training and trauma-focused processing. CBT is used to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which can reduce anxiety, depression, and problems with impulsivity. EMDR is an approach aimed at decreasing the intensity of distressing memories and symptoms tied to traumatic events, helping people gain new perspectives on painful experiences.

Finding the right method is a collaborative process. Nicole works with each client to explore which approaches fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts plans over time so therapy remains relevant and effective for the individual.

Online sessions are available through video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for varied schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent care from Nevada without needing to travel, and they support ongoing work using skill-building exercises, mindfulness practices, and trauma-informed techniques tailored to each person's pace and priorities.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Nicole commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem struggles, depression, and ADHD, along with related issues like panic, impulsivity, and isolation.
What is her general therapeutic style?
The approach is collaborative and strengths-based, blending client-centered listening with practical, skill-oriented techniques to create achievable goals.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Nicole has three years of professional practice as a licensed clinician supporting people through mood and trauma-related concerns.
What credentials and location are listed for Nicole?
She holds the LCSW credential and is licensed in Nevada with license number NV LCSW 10180-C.
Which languages does she offer therapy in and can international clients join?
Sessions are provided in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
In what formats are sessions available?
Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How is payment handled and what does therapy cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Nicole?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCommunication problemsControl issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

Nevada

Languages

English