Nicole Saunders
Florida LMHC specializing in trauma, relationships, and anxiety
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About
Nicole Saunders is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida and Washington with more than 21 years of clinical experience. Her work has included addressing stress and anxiety, relationship and family conflict, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, grief, and a range of life transitions. She is also experienced with issues related to attachment, parenting, blended families, caregiving stress, and neurodiversity concerns such as autism and Asperger syndrome.
She uses a range of clinical approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and the Gottman Method to shape treatment plans. She will tailor dialogue and goals to meet each person’s specific needs and preferences, and she describes her work as grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
Nicole maintains later evening hours during the week and varying availability on weekends. She is licensed in Florida (FL LMHC MH15669) and Washington (WA LMHC LH 61546042). Before the first session she requires completion of an additional informed consent form and offers multiple remote communication options to support ongoing care.
She uses a range of clinical approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and the Gottman Method to shape treatment plans. She will tailor dialogue and goals to meet each person’s specific needs and preferences, and she describes her work as grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
Nicole maintains later evening hours during the week and varying availability on weekends. She is licensed in Florida (FL LMHC MH15669) and Washington (WA LMHC LH 61546042). Before the first session she requires completion of an additional informed consent form and offers multiple remote communication options to support ongoing care.
- Location:
- Florida, United States
- Years Experience:
- 21
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Depression
Other areas of experience: Addictions, LGBT, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Impulsivity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Traumatic brain injury, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: FL LMHC MH15669, WA LMHC LH 61546042
- NPI Number: 1285099044
- License: LMHC (Florida), LMHC (Washington)
Remote care and therapeutic approaches
Nicole offers online sessions using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide continuity and flexibility. In online work she applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify thoughts and behaviors that contribute to distress, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teach practical emotion regulation and interpersonal skills. Those looking for structured practice and clear skill application may find these approaches a good fit.
She also integrates Attachment-Based Therapy to explore patterns in close relationships and Client-Centered methods to tailor conversation and pacing to each person. This combination can suit people who want both exploratory work around relational history and collaborative problem solving in the present. Communication options include video, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences for remote sessions.
How long has Nicole worked in mental health?
She has 21 years of mental health experience.
What are her professional credentials and licenses?
Nicole is an LMHC licensed in Florida (FL LMHC MH15669) and Washington (WA LMHC LH 61546042).
Which languages does she use in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Where is she based?
Her practice is located in Florida.
What communication methods are available for working together?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as ways to connect.
Does she accept international clients?
This profile indicates she is not accepting international clients.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Begin by using the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to initiate the process.