Nicole Decher
Compassionate, interactive support for life’s hardest moments
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About
Nicole Decher is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 10 years of experience providing therapy and life coaching support to individuals facing a wide range of emotional and life challenges. She works with concerns such as depression and anxiety, as well as the stress that can accompany serious medical conditions, including cancer or other significant illness. Nicole also has experience supporting people navigating grief and loss, including end-of-life and hospice-related concerns.
Nicole’s style is interactive and empathetic, with an emphasis on respect, dignity, sensitivity, and compassion. She draws from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, person-centered counseling, and mindfulness-based strategies to help clients better understand patterns, build coping skills, and move toward meaningful change. Rather than using a one-size-fits-all model, she collaborates with each client to tailor the conversation and create a plan that fits their needs and goals.
She also helps clients who have lived through physical trauma or emotional abuse, offering steady support as they take steps toward healing. Nicole recognizes that reaching out for help can feel intimidating, and she aims to provide encouragement and empowerment throughout the process.
Nicole’s style is interactive and empathetic, with an emphasis on respect, dignity, sensitivity, and compassion. She draws from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, person-centered counseling, and mindfulness-based strategies to help clients better understand patterns, build coping skills, and move toward meaningful change. Rather than using a one-size-fits-all model, she collaborates with each client to tailor the conversation and create a plan that fits their needs and goals.
She also helps clients who have lived through physical trauma or emotional abuse, offering steady support as they take steps toward healing. Nicole recognizes that reaching out for help can feel intimidating, and she aims to provide encouragement and empowerment throughout the process.
- Location:
- Missouri, United States
- Years Experience:
- 10
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Depression
Other areas of experience: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Cancer, Communication problems, First responder issues, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Postpartum depression, Self-harm, Self-love
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: MO LCSW 2021021591
- NPI Number: 1801340609
- License: LCSW (Missouri)
Therapeutic Approaches That Fit Online Care
Nicole Decher, LCSW, incorporates evidence-informed approaches that translate well to online therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and actions, helping clients notice unhelpful patterns and practice new skills for challenges like anxiety, depression, and day-to-day stress.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) supports clients in making room for difficult thoughts and emotions while taking steps toward what matters most. It can be especially helpful when someone feels stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in cycles of avoidance. Mindfulness-based work adds practical exercises for grounding and present-moment awareness, which many people find useful during grief, high stress, or the aftermath of trauma.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Nicole collaborates with each client to clarify goals, understand preferences, and adjust the pace and tools so therapy feels relevant and supportive over time.
Online therapy also makes it easier to access care in a way that fits real life. Sessions can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, changing energy levels, or times when meeting face-to-face feels like too much.
How much experience does Nicole Decher have?
Nicole Decher has 10 years of experience providing therapy and support.
Is Nicole Decher a licensed therapist?
Yes. Nicole Decher is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Her license is MO LCSW 2021021591.
In which languages does Nicole Decher provide therapy?
Nicole Decher provides therapy in English.
Where is Nicole Decher located?
Nicole Decher is located in Missouri.
How can I work with Nicole Decher as my therapist?
You can work with Nicole Decher through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and what is available.
Does Nicole Decher work with international clients?
No. Nicole Decher does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Nicole Decher cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.