Business Details
25 Years
experience
Compassionate Mental Health Therapy in Sacramento
I have dedicated my career to helping individuals navigate life's challenges through compassionate, evidence-based therapy. With over 25 years of experience in counseling and a doctorate in contemporary psychoanalysis, I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, and relationship difficulties. My practice integrates cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, and attachment-based techniques to create personalized treatment plans. As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 2001, I have worked with diverse populations including trauma survivors and foster youth.I maintain active memberships in leading professional organizations like the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists and teach graduate-level courses in psychotherapy. My approach emphasizes creating a safe, collaborative space where clients can explore their unique experiences and develop meaningful solutions for lasting growth.
Services
Individual Therapy
Trauma Counseling
Anxiety Treatment
Relationship Therapy
Supervision Services
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of clinical experience treating complex mental health issues
- Specialized training in trauma recovery and dissociative disorders
- Accepts major insurance providers including Aetna and BlueShield
- Flexible payment options including Zelle electronic payments
- Combines traditional therapy with mindfulness-based stress reduction
Associations and certifications
- California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CaMFT)
Services
Individual Therapy
Personalized mental health treatment addressing anxiety, depression, and life challenges. Combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with contemporary psychoanalytic approaches to help clients understand and change unhelpful patterns. Sessions focus on developing practical coping strategies while exploring deeper relational dynamics that impact current functioning.
Trauma Counseling
Specialized treatment for PTSD and complex trauma survivors. Utilizes evidence-based approaches including EMDR and mindfulness techniques to process traumatic experiences. Focuses on building emotional regulation skills while addressing dissociative symptoms and attachment disruptions caused by domestic violence, sexual assault, or childhood trauma.
Supervision Services
Professional development for mental health practitioners. Offers CaMFT-certified supervision covering clinical skills, ethical practice, and contemporary psychoanalytic theory. Designed for therapists seeking to enhance their expertise in treating complex cases while developing their professional identity and therapeutic presence.
Anxiety Treatment
Comprehensive anxiety disorder treatment incorporating acceptance and commitment therapy. Teaches mindfulness-based stress reduction techniques while exploring underlying thought patterns contributing to generalized anxiety, phobias, and OCD symptoms. Focuses on developing practical tools for managing panic attacks and social anxiety.
Relationship Therapy
Evidence-based approach to improving interpersonal relationships. Addresses communication breakdowns, conflict resolution, and emotional intimacy issues. Uses attachment theory to explore relationship patterns while teaching practical skills for building healthier connections with partners, family, and colleagues.
People
Nelson Nicole Mft
PsyD, LMFT, LPCC
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 25+ years of experience. Specializes in trauma recovery and contemporary psychoanalysis. Holds doctorate from Institute for Contemporary Psychoanalysis and teaches graduate courses in psychotherapy. Certified supervisor with expertise in dissociative disorders and attachment-based therapy.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
I provide individual therapy using contemporary psychoanalytic methods, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and mindfulness-based approaches. Specializations include trauma recovery, anxiety treatment, and relationship counseling.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, I work with Aetna, BlueCross/BlueShield (CA), Cigna, Magellan, and United Behavioral Health. Check your out-of-network mental health benefits and deductible status with your provider.
What are your session rates?
Standard 50-minute sessions are $150. Reduced fee options available for qualifying clients. Payment accepted via cash, check, or Zelle electronic transfer.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact me via phone at 916-944-3782 or email [email protected]. My practice is currently full for new clients unless by referral.
What are your cancellation policies?
Full session fee applies for missed appointments without 24-hour notice. Please inform me in advance if you need to reschedule your therapy session.
