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Nicole Summers-DuBois, LMFT
Massachusetts
LMFT - Relationships and Anxiety
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Emotionally-Focused tools
- Mindfulness methods
About Nicole
Nicole Summers-DuBois is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in Massachusetts with five years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleep problems, parenting, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Nicole uses straightforward techniques and clear communication to help people address their immediate problems.
She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and to try new ways of responding. She also uses client-centered methods and elements of emotionally-focused work to pay attention to feelings and patterns that repeat in relationships. Sessions commonly include practical skill practice, behavior experiments, and reflection on patterns that keep problems going.
Nicole describes her style as eclectic and down-to-earth. She often brings lightness and humor into sessions so conversations feel easier. She values direct communication and teaches de-escalation and coping skills people can use between meetings.
Her background includes significant life experience as a non-traditional graduate who finished a master’s degree later in life. That experience shapes how she talks about asking for help and making changes. She has worked with teens and adults on communication, relationship stress, and emotion regulation skills.
Sessions aim to be practical and focused. Nicole helps people break problems into manageable steps, practice new responses, and check what is working. She encourages small, measurable changes that fit into daily life.
Practical approaches you can use online
Nicole uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, often with short experiments or homework people can practice between sessions. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and stress management.She also draws on client-centered techniques that emphasize listening and reflection so people can clarify goals and feel understood. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) is used when relationship patterns and emotional responses need attention; it helps identify recurring interaction cycles and what feelings drive them.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Nicole will discuss goals, try different methods, and adjust the plan based on what the person prefers and what seems to help. This is a collaborative process where practical tools and relationship work are combined.
The therapist's profile does not list specific online formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, shorten commute time, and allow for brief check-ins when life gets hectic. They also let people practice skills in real-life settings and bring observations from daily life into the conversation.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Massachusetts
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Nicole help with most often?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, grief, intimacy issues, sleep problems, parenting, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, try behavior experiments, and teach coping strategies to reduce distress and improve daily routines.
What is her clinical background and experience?
She holds a master’s degree and has five years of practice as an LMFT. Her life experience as a non-traditional graduate also informs her approach to asking for help and making changes.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Massachusetts.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are provided?
The original profile does not specify session formats, so please confirm the available session formats before booking.
How are fees 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 the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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