Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships
Welcome! My name is Nicole and I am a licensed counselor in Illinois (LCPC) and Indiana (LMHC). I want to congratulate you for having the courage to take this first step. It can be difficult to realize we need assistance and asking for it means you are ready to move forward, so good for you! I am honored that you are willing to include me in your journey. My purpose is to help others find ways to manage their issues or problems and lead safe, successful lives.
I have always loved helping others and have been blessed with the opportunity to provide that help in different ways and different environments. I graduated with my Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from Benedictine University in 1999. I have been practicing as a counselor since 1999 and have worked at a domestic violence center, crisis lines, community mental health agencies, and a private behavioral health hospital. I have experience assisting others manage issues such as depression, anxiety/panic attacks, unhealthy relationships, self-esteem, social skills, emotional/physical/sexual abuse and trauma, suicidal ideation, self-harm, coping skills, family conflict, grief, communication, problem-solving and those every day issues that can build up over time.
My core therapeutic approach is and will always be client-centered, but I considered myself eclectic when it comes to working with a client. So, what does that mean? I believe that you must meet a person where they are and see the whole person not just their mental health or behavioral issues. I act as a guide, support, sounding board, and sometimes a devil’s advocate. I provide a safe space where problems and issues can be discussed and worked through without judgement or fear of repercussions. While many of us would love to have someone tell us exactly what to do to make our problems go away, I feel that takes away a person’s power and pride in their own emotional growth and success. I won’t give you the answers, but I will stand with you every step of the way during the highs and lows to find your own answers.
Having 20+ years of experience working with different populations has allowed me to gather a lot of tools for my therapeutic toolbox. I have learned that there really isn’t a text book case, at least I have not met one yet, so I use different techniques from many therapies such as Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness, Dialectic-Behavioral (DBT), Solution- Focused, Play Therapy – it’s not just for kids, Sand Tray, Psychoeducation, Crisis Intervention, and of course empathy to name a few. I am always interested in learning different ways to help people because what works for one person will not always work for another because we are all unique. I believe our differences make us special and need to be understood to help ourselves and our relationships.
I look forward to working with you!
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Nicole Bebiak is a licensed counselor practicing in Indiana who also holds licensure to provide clinical counseling in Illinois. She recognizes that seeking help takes courage and approaches each new client with respect for that first step toward change.
Nicole earned a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from Benedictine University in 1999 and brings 23 years of clinical experience to her work. Her background includes roles at a domestic violence center, crisis lines, community mental health agencies, and a private behavioral health hospital, giving her experience across a range of settings and populations.
She works with individuals facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, self-esteem concerns, depression, life transitions, LGBT-related issues, family conflict, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting challenges, anger management, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and ADHD. Her goal is to help people find practical ways to manage problems and build safer, more successful lives.
Nicole’s approach is rooted in a client-centered philosophy while drawing on a variety of therapeutic methods to meet each person where they are. She serves as a guide, support, sounding board, and at times a devil’s advocate, offering a nonjudgmental space where issues can be explored and worked through. Rather than handing down ready-made solutions, she partners with clients so they can discover and own the answers that fit their lives.
Over two decades of practice have filled her therapeutic toolbox with techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, dialectical behavior therapy, solution-focused work, play therapy – which she uses beyond child populations when appropriate – sand tray work, psychoeducation, crisis intervention, and the steady application of empathy. Nicole remains committed to learning and adapting, knowing that different approaches work for different people.
She is based in Indiana and looks forward to supporting clients as they move toward growth and resilience.
Many people ask whether online therapy really helps. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.
One major benefit is flexibility – you can connect in the way that fits your routine and comfort level, choosing video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to schedule care around work, family, and other commitments.
Sessions are provided by licensed professionals and therapists, and clients may change therapists at any time if they prefer a different fit. Online therapy offers an accessible option for many people seeking support while keeping the core therapeutic process intact.
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