Nicole Dewispelaere , LCSW

Nicole Dewispelaere is a licensed clinical social worker in New York who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and low self-esteem. She brings ten years of experience to sessions and focuses on practical steps people can use each day. Nicole also pays attention to communication problems, control issues, and concerns that often arise around divorce, forgiveness, life purpose, and women's issues.

Her style is warm and straightforward. She listens closely and helps people set clear, doable goals. Sessions tend to focus on what a person wants to change now and what small steps will move them forward. Nicole blends different methods to match each person's needs rather than using the same plan for everyone.

Nicole uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered methods, mindfulness practices, and solution-focused tools. She explains how thoughts, habits, and small routines affect mood and relationships. Together clients and Nicole identify patterns to shift and build skills for better daily coping.

Clients can expect plain language and collaborative planning. She encourages practice between sessions so progress continues outside the appointment. The work is paced to each person's readiness and practical priorities.

Nicole offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences. Sessions are conducted in English and she practices from New York, using her decade of experience to support people through real-life changes.

How her approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to each person's needs. It emphasizes empathy and respect so clients guide the pace and topics of sessions. This approach helps with building self-understanding and confidence in decision making.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, examines how thoughts and behaviors influence mood. It uses practical exercises and small skill-building tasks to reduce anxiety or depressive patterns. CBT is useful for people who want clear strategies they can practice between meetings.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve moment-to-moment awareness. These techniques can help with stress, mood regulation, and shifting habitual responses.

Choosing the right approach is often part of the first few sessions. Nicole collaborates with clients to identify goals and tries methods that fit their needs and preferences. The plan can shift over time as progress and priorities change.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video calls are helpful for face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can work when bandwidth is limited or for a shorter check-in. Live chat and text messaging suit quick updates, brief coaching, or ongoing support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and varied lifestyles.