Nicholas & Associates Therapy and Psychological Counseling in New York City

Psychotherapy and Counseling in New York City

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Personalized Therapy Services in New York, New York

At Nichols & Associates, we believe that taking the first step toward therapy is one of the most courageous decisions a person can make. Our practice provides a safe, confidential environment where adults, adolescents, and families can address life's most difficult challenges, without judgment, and at their own pace.

Led by a licensed clinical psychologist with doctoral training and extensive experience in crisis intervention, our approach is both pragmatic and deeply personal. We draw on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing, and we take cultural background, gender identity, and individual experience seriously in every session.

Not in New York City? No problem. Nichols & Associates offers telehealth therapy through our telehealth platform, making it possible to receive quality mental health care from wherever you are.

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We Help You Get Feeling Like Yourself Again

Individual Therapy

One-on-one therapy for adults and adolescents working through depression, anxiety, PTSD, burnout, life transitions, and more. Sessions are tailored to your goals using evidence-based methods, including CBT and Motivational Interviewing.

Couples Therapy

Rebuild communication, restore trust, and develop healthier patterns with evidence-informed couples counseling. We work with partners at every stage, from recurring conflict to navigating major life changes together.

Anger Management

Support for individuals struggling to manage reactive anger in relationships, at work, or in daily life. Our anger management therapy helps you understand what's driving the pattern and build more effective responses that protect what matters most.

Crisis Management and Support

Nichols & Associates has a specialized clinical focus in crisis assessment, intervention, and de-escalation, an experience that most outpatient practices do not offer. Structured, stabilizing support when it matters most.

Grief Counseling

Grief is not linear and does not follow a schedule. Our grief counseling services provide a compassionate, judgment-free space to process loss, whether that involves a person, a relationship, or a significant life change.

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Stress and Burnout Therapy

Chronic stress and professional burnout are clinical concerns that respond well to structured therapeutic support. We help clients identify the root drivers of burnout and build sustainable strategies for long-term recovery.

Therapy That Works Around Your Life

No one-size-fits-all protocols.

  • Individual, and couples therapy tailored to your specific goals
  • Evidence-based methods: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing
  • Crisis assessment and de-escalation support available
  • Culturally competent care with experience in cross-cultural and expat populations
  • Telehealth sessions available through the Doxy platform
  • Therapy in English and French
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What Patients Are Saying

Dr. Nichols creates a safe space free of judgment to allow me to open up fully and explore past and present challenges. She not only listens attentively, but also helps me set achievable goals for healing and growth.

Verified Patient

Dr. Nichols made me feel comfortable. Her demeanor was warm and I felt trust immediately that I was able to open up to her without reservations. I would highly recommend her and look forward to future visits.

Verified Patient

I found Dr. Nichols to be a great listener, warm bedside manner, and very easy to talk to. In my search for a new therapist, Dr. Nichols checks all the boxes and I'm grateful to have found her on ZocDoc. Would highly recommend.

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Why New York Patients Choose Nichols & Associates

Doctoral-Level Clinical Care

Led by a licensed Ph.D.-level clinical psychologist with specialized training in crisis assessment, intervention, and community mental health settings.

Evidence-Based Approach

Treatment grounded in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing, adapted to reflect each client's individual needs and goals.

Culturally Informed Practice

Deep experience supporting multicultural, cross-cultural, and expat populations navigating identity, cultural transition, and belonging in New York City.

LGBTQ+ Affirmative

A welcoming, affirming environment for LGBTQ+ individuals and couples where identity is respected and every client feels genuinely safe.

Flexible Access

Telehealth appointments available via the Doxy platform, making it easy to access quality therapy from the comfort of your own space.

Confidential Environment

All sessions held in a private, judgment-free space designed to support open, honest, and productive therapeutic work.
Dr. Lisa Nichols, MBA, Ph.D - Licensed Clinical Psychologist | New York State

Dr. Lisa Nichols, MBA, Ph.D

Licensed Clinical Psychologist | New York State

Dr. Nichols holds a Bachelor of Science in Experimental Psychology from University College London, an MBA from Sciences Po in Paris, and a Ph.D. from Alliant International University in San Diego. Post-doctoral training was completed in New York City.

Her clinical background goes well beyond traditional outpatient therapy. She has formal training in crisis assessment and intervention, and currently leads a Mobile Crisis Team in Brooklyn, NY. That experience shapes how she approaches even the most complex clinical presentations.

She provides therapy in both English and French and holds an active New York State clinical license.

Fun Fact Dr. Nichols has personally traveled to 152 countries and counting. That firsthand experience living across cultures is not just a personal passion; it directly shapes how she works with multicultural, cross-cultural, and expat clients who want a therapist who genuinely understands what it means to navigate life between worlds.

Start Your Journey Toward Better Mental Health Today

Taking the first step toward therapy is one of the most important things you can do for yourself. Nichols & Associates is here to provide the support, tools, and clinical expertise to help you move forward.