
Nicole McHugh
Experienced counselor blending talk and creative therapies
Start with Nicole McHughLicensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime


Experienced counselor blending talk and creative therapies
Start with Nicole McHughLicensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime
Nicole McHugh is a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 14 years of clinical experience, offering services in Connecticut. She works with people across the lifespan, from adolescence through the end of life, and with individuals who are neurotypical as well as those who are neurodivergent.
Nicole adapts her therapeutic style to fit each client’s personality and most pressing concerns, drawing on a range of evidence-informed approaches. Her methods include Dialectical Behavior Therapy (Linehan model), motivational interviewing, harm reduction, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Exposure Response Prevention.
She is also a Registered Art Therapist and integrates creative approaches to strengthen talk therapy, using art as a practical tool for problem solving. Nicole holds CT LPC 3182, a Connecticut Licensed Professional Counselor credential.
Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.
One major benefit is flexibility. Clients can connect in the way that suits them best - via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule.
Therapists offering online services are licensed professionals, and clients have the option to switch providers if they feel a different fit would be better. This accessibility and adaptability make online therapy a practical option for many people seeking support.