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Nicholas "Nick" Cross, LICSW
Minnesota
LICSW - Stress and anxiety focus
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
About Nicholas
Nicholas "Nick" Cross is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) licensed in Minnesota with four years of clinical experience. He works with stress, anxiety, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, depression, and ADHD. Nick also focuses on issues tied to blended families, family of origin concerns, money and financial stress, workplace problems, mood concerns, and challenges facing young adults.
Nick uses clear, goal-oriented methods in sessions. He explains ideas in plain language and helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits. Sessions emphasize practical steps clients can try between meetings and ways to measure progress over time.
In practice he draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and test thoughts and behaviors that maintain distress. He also uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find reasons to change and Solution-Focused Therapy to build small, concrete steps toward goals. These methods are used together to fit the person's needs and situation.
Nick frames therapy as problem-solving that includes both talking and practice. He prefers short, focused plans with clear objectives and regular check-ins. Clients leave sessions with specific actions to try and ways to notice what helps.
Sessions are conducted in English. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking. To begin, complete the matching questionnaire and schedule a first session using the See online therapy options button.
How his approaches translate to online work
Nick uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot and test unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, turning abstract worries into specific, testable ideas. Motivational Interviewing is used to explore a person’s reasons for change and to build practical commitment to small steps. Solution-Focused Therapy centers on concrete goals and the next tiny actions that move someone forward.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Nick discusses goals and preferences with each person and adjusts methods over time. The process is collaborative and focused on what fits the client’s life and aims.
Confirm the current session options before booking so you know how sessions are run. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Talk with him about how sessions can be scheduled and structured to match work, family, and other daily commitments.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Minnesota
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, and life-change challenges. He also focuses on blended family issues, family of origin concerns, financial stress, workplace problems, mood concerns, and young adult issues.
How does he approach therapy?
He uses practical, goal-focused methods that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Sessions emphasize identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying specific actions between meetings.
What is his professional background?
He has four years of professional experience working as a licensed social worker. His practice centers on short, structured plans with measurable steps.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) licensed in Minnesota and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
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