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Dr. Nina Rathmann, LCSW, CSW
Colorado
Dr. Nina Rathmann, LCSW - Anxiety and Life Changes
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Nina
Dr. Nina Rathmann is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and CSW with 25 years of clinical experience based in Colorado. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, life changes, addictions, trauma and intimacy-related concerns. She also addresses issues around relationships, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, and eating or body-image struggles.
Her approach is practical and flexible. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) along with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, and client-centered methods. Sessions focus on noticing patterns of thinking and behavior, testing small changes, and learning concrete skills to manage symptoms day to day.
Dr. Rathmann received a psychology degree from the University of Colorado in 1997 and a Master of Social Work from the University of Denver in 2000. She later completed a Doctorate in Psychology with an emphasis on Health and Wellness in 2019. Her training and long clinical practice inform a pragmatic style aimed at clear, achievable steps.
Typical work includes stabilizing intense emotions, building coping strategies for chronic illness and caregiving stress, and addressing trauma-related reactions. She also helps people navigate family challenges, blended-family dynamics, adoption and foster care concerns, and the stresses tied to aging and serious medical conditions.
People who reach out are invited to describe the problem they want to change and try practical tools in session. Dr. Rathmann suggests an initial short questionnaire to match goals and then scheduling a first session. Confirm current session options before booking.
How Dr. Rathmann uses CBT, ACT and client-centered work online
Dr. Rathmann uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test different ways of responding. CBT sessions often focus on practical exercises, activity planning, and tracking thoughts to reduce anxiety or depression symptoms.She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which helps people clarify values and accept difficult feelings while committing to purposeful action. That approach can be useful for grief, chronic illness stress, and long-term behavior change. Client-centered work provides space for people to describe their experience and priorities, with the therapist reflecting and listening to aid clarity.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. She will discuss options, try methods in session, and adjust based on your goals and what feels most helpful. The aim is to find a fit that supports clear steps you can practice between sessions.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving, or medical appointments and can reduce commute time. It also allows for shorter check-ins when that suits your schedule or phone-based conversations when video would be difficult.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she most often address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and addictions, plus relationship and intimacy-related issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and flexible, focusing on clear skills and small behavior changes you can try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 25 years of experience providing mental health care and related supports.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is an LCSW and CSW licensed in Colorado and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she take international clients?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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