- Goal focused
- Compassionate listener
- Practical tools
About Nicholas
Nicholas "Nick" Cross is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in Minnesota. He focuses on work and wellbeing concerns like stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, and motivation. Nick aims to make conversations straightforward and practical so people can start making small changes quickly.
Nick uses clear, goal-oriented methods to help people who feel stuck or overwhelmed. He adapts the way he talks and plans treatment to match each person's needs and goals. He emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in every session.
Over four years of practice, Nick has worked with issues such as depression, anger, ADHD, and problems tied to money or workplace stress. He also helps people navigate family of origin and blended family concerns as they affect individual wellbeing. He focuses on young adult issues and the life transitions that often come with them.
Sessions involve setting realistic steps and checking progress together. Nick helps people build confidence and practical skills for coping with life changes. He encourages clients to use what they learn between meetings so gains carry into everyday life.
Nick welcomes straightforward conversation about goals and limits. He asks questions, listens, and offers tools that fit individual routines. To begin, readers can use the site Start Therapy flow to see if his approach matches their needs.
How these approaches translate to online therapy
Nick commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to guide work in sessions. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety, improve mood, and manage workplace stress. Motivational Interviewing centers on a person’s own goals and readiness to change, helping with motivation for tasks like improving self-care or managing finances.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences, then try approaches that fit those needs. That collaborative process includes checking what helps and adjusting plans as progress is made.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm available options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, save travel time, and allow brief check-ins when a quick touch-base is helpful. It can also let someone choose a quieter time of day, avoid commuting, or use a shorter session to focus on a single challenge. Licensed professionals can adapt these methods to work well in different meeting styles, and Nick tailors techniques to each person's daily routine and goals.
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Experience
4+ years
Credentials
Minnesota
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Nick help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, and related mood issues. He also addresses workplace stress, money worries, blended family and family of origin concerns, and young adult issues.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He uses practical, goal-oriented methods and adapts sessions to individual needs. Conversations focus on clear steps and measurable progress.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has four years of professional experience as a mental health clinician. That experience has included work with anxiety, motivation, and life transitions.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, listed as MN LICSW, and practices in Minnesota.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not taking international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking to know whether online or in-person meetings are available.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the sign-up or matching process.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability through the platform.