- Trauma informed
- Strength based
- CBT informed
About Nicole
Nicole Codagnone is a licensed clinical social worker based in Pennsylvania who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and work-related strain. She focuses on practical steps that can improve daily functioning and wellbeing. Nicole aims to make the first step feel manageable and supportive for people who are worried about change.
She uses a trauma-informed, strength-based outlook when meeting people. That means she pays attention to past hurts while building on each person's existing skills. Nicole also integrates cognitive behavioral techniques and play-based methods when they fit the person's needs.
Nicole earned a Master of Social Work from West Chester University in 2013 and began clinical practice shortly after. She received her Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential in 2021 and brings nine years of focused clinical experience to her work. Her background includes community mental health, outpatient therapy, and school and home-based settings.
Her clinical interests include trauma and abuse, ADHD, grief, sleep difficulties, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting stress, workplace issues, and burnout or compassion fatigue. She also supports people dealing with mood challenges, addiction concerns, and problems with social anxiety or isolation.
In sessions she prioritizes building rapport and tailoring conversations and care to each person. Nicole describes therapy as collaborative and practical: you and she will set goals and try approaches that fit your life. Outside of work she enjoys exercising, baking, and spending time with family.
How Nicole’s approaches translate to online therapy
Nicole blends a trauma-informed, strength-based outlook with cognitive behavioral techniques and occasional play-based tools. A trauma-informed approach means noticing how past hurt affects current reactions and pacing work to avoid overwhelm; it can help with anxiety, PTSD symptoms, and reactions to stressful events. Cognitive behavioral techniques focus on identifying thought patterns and testing them with small behavior changes; this approach is often useful for anxiety, depression, and workplace stress. Play-based methods are adapted to help people, including younger clients, express feelings and practice coping skills in less direct ways.Deciding which methods to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to choose approaches that match their goals, needs, and preferences. Goals are revisited regularly so techniques can be adjusted as progress is made.
The original profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they can fit appointments into a workday, reduce travel time, or allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Online work can make it easier to practice skills between meetings and to involve real-life routines in sessions when appropriate.
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Experience
9+ years
Credentials
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Nicole commonly help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, ADHD, grief, sleep problems, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, workplace concerns, and compassion fatigue.
What is her general approach to therapy?
Nicole uses a trauma-informed, strength-based perspective and integrates cognitive behavioral techniques and play-based methods when appropriate. She focuses on practical steps and on building a working relationship.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has nine years of clinical experience working in community mental health, outpatient therapy, and school and home settings.
What credentials and location are listed for this clinician?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are used in sessions and can international clients be seen?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats does she offer?
The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does billing and cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.