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Nicole Forester, LPC, LPCC
Colorado
LPC and LPCC - anxiety and addiction focus
See online therapy options- CBT techniques
- Values-based ACT
- Client-centered listening
About Nicole
Nicole Forester is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Colorado and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in California with 16 years of experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. Nicole also addresses issues around relationships, intimacy, eating and sleeping problems, parenting challenges, and struggles with self-esteem and life changes.
Nicole uses listening and direct conversation to help people notice what is getting in the way of their goals. She encourages straightforward sharing and helps people name the thoughts and habits that keep problems going. Sessions focus on practical steps and experimenting with different responses to old patterns.
Her background includes work in inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings, addiction recovery programs, in-home crisis teams, hospice work with children and teens, and running a private practice. That range informs how she matches strategy to a person’s situation. Nicole also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Music Therapy and a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling.
Nicole combines approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), emotionally-focused work, client-centered listening, and elements of existential thinking. She helps people try concrete skills, reflect on values, and name emotions so they can make clearer choices.
She invites prospective clients to ask questions and to interview a therapist to find a fit. The first conversations are used to clarify goals and pick practical tools that fit daily life.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Nicole commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) alongside client-centered listening. CBT focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety and improve routines. ACT helps people clarify values and take small committed actions even when strong feelings are present. Client-centered work emphasizes listening and reflecting so a person can hear their own priorities and decide what matters.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Nicole will talk with a person about their goals and preferences, try concrete techniques, and adjust methods based on what helps most. That process is practical and iterative rather than fixed at the start.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm the current options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into busy days, allow a shorter check-in during a break, or avoid travel time. When you complete the matching questionnaire you can discuss which session setup best fits your schedule and needs.
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
California, Colorado, Utah
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
Nicole helps with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, grief, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting strain, and related struggles listed in her profile.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
She uses direct, nonjudgmental listening and practical steps. Sessions focus on naming unhelpful thoughts and trying different responses.
What is her professional background?
She has 16 years of clinical experience across inpatient units, addiction recovery, in-home crisis work, outpatient programs, hospice with children and teens, and private practice.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds LPC and LPCC credentials (CO LPC, CA LPCC) and practices from Colorado for the services noted.
Which languages and international clients are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are used?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.
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