Hello! My name is Nicole Vitcusky, and I am a Licensed Associate Counselor of Mental Health (LACMH) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). My interest in this field grew from a genuine desire to understand people more deeply along with a natural enthusiasm for life, connection, and the world around me. I’ve always felt drawn to exploring what helps people heal, grow, and find a sense of balance and meaning.
My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and centered around you as a whole person. I primarily use a humanistic style, which means I don’t see myself as the expert on your life, you are. I like to think of us as a team. My role is to listen, understand, and help you make sense of your experiences in a way that feels meaningful and true to you. I also bring in practical tools when helpful, informed by CBT and related approaches like Mindfulness and DBT. Ultimately these strategies aim to help you understand yourself better and gently shift patterns that may be holding you back. While these are my core styles, I may incorporate others as I tailor therapy to your needs and experiences.
In our work together you can expect a space that is supportive, honest, and nonjudgmental. I value openness and encourage you to show up as you are. I may offer new perspectives, ask thoughtful questions, and gently challenge you when it supports your growth. I may also help you discover and lean into what nourishes and sustains you. Together, we’ll focus on building self-awareness, strengthen coping skills, and help you achieve your goals and feel more grounded in your life.
I work with late teens and adults of all ages. I've worked with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, self-esteem, and more. Through this process, many people begin to feel more connected to themselves, more confident in their choices, and better able to handle life’s ups and downs. If you are reading this, you are already taking a huge step forward. I hope you keep going and I consider it a great honor to join you on this journey.