- Experienced counselor
- Hospice and end-of-life support
- Speaks English and French
About Nicholas
He focuses on building a straightforward, respectful relationship. Sessions aim to be honest and practical. He listens first, then helps people set concrete steps they can try between visits.
His background includes work with trauma, post-traumatic stress, and complicated grief, and he brings approaches that emphasize values, present-moment awareness, and skills practice. He uses methods like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, client-centered listening, and EMDR when appropriate.
People often come for help after loss, during divorce, or when caring for someone at the end of life. He also addresses family of origin questions, fatherhood issues, guilt and shame, and multicultural concerns. Sessions can help with managing anger, reducing isolation, and finding a clearer sense of purpose.
Nicholas offers counseling in English and French and accepts international clients. He asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire to begin, then schedule sessions based on availability. The aim is steady, doable progress rather than quick fixes.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
33+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English, French
How therapeutic approaches shape online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take small actions that align with those values. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and finding direction when life feels empty. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and trying practical behavior changes to shift mood and reactions. It often helps with depression, anxiety, and anger. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-informed method aimed at reducing the intensity of distressing memories by combining focused recall with specific eye movement or similar techniques; it is commonly used for post-traumatic stress.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss these methods and help decide which fits your needs, goals, and comfort level. That choice can change over time as progress or new priorities emerge, and decisions are made collaboratively.
Confirm the current online session options before you book, as formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - it can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins during a lunch break, and make scheduling across time zones simpler for international clients. Different approaches can still be used effectively at a distance, and the therapist will adapt techniques like mindfulness exercises, values work, CBT assignments, or EMDR preparations to suit the format you both agree on.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, grief, and compassion fatigue, among other concerns.
What is his therapy style like?
He emphasizes a practical, respectful relationship and uses listening, values work, and skills practice to help people make steady changes.
How much experience does he bring?
He has 33 years of experience as a practicing counselor and has worked with trauma, grief, and relationship issues across many settings.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds the LPC credential (Licensed Professional Counselor) and practices from Texas.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and French, and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not listed here; please confirm current session options directly before booking to ensure they meet your needs.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.