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Nicole Forester

Nicole Forester, LPC, LPCC

Therapist in Colorado

Compassionate counselor focused on listening

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  • Depression and anxiety
  • Addiction support
  • Values-based care

About Nicole

Nicole Forester is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who helps people facing depression, anxiety, stress, addiction, grief, trauma, and relationship concerns. She offers calm, nonjudgmental listening and encourages clients to speak honestly about what they are feeling. Nicole invites directness and aims to help people hear their own voice again.

She uses a mix of approaches that focus on present needs and values. Sessions often include practical skills to manage mood and behavior, gentle reflection on difficult experiences, and space to name emotions and priorities. Nicole leans on Acceptance and Commitment ideas and client-centered listening to guide the work.

Nicole trained in music therapy before earning a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling. She holds a Colorado Licensed Professional Counselor credential and a California Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor credential, and she has worked in inpatient units, addiction recovery, hospice, and outpatient settings. Her background includes work with crisis teams and intensive outpatient programs.

In sessions she encourages questions about fit and approach. She invites potential clients to talk about what they want from therapy and what feels helpful. Nicole emphasizes collaboration and practical steps people can use between meetings.

She asks people to choose the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to schedule. Nicole recognizes the courage it takes to reach out and will do her best to answer questions about the process.

This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.

Approaches that guide online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on helping people notice difficult thoughts and choose actions that align with their values. It can be useful for depression, anxiety, and life transitions where people want clearer direction. Client-Centered Therapy centers on listening and respecting the person’s experience. The therapist follows the client’s lead, offers empathic reflection, and helps people find their own solutions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks down unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches concrete strategies for mood, sleep, and coping skills.

Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Nicole will work with each person to see which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaboration means trying things, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan over time.

Confirm the current session formats before booking to know what is offered. Online therapy can make sessions easier to fit into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Some clients find video useful for face-to-face conversation, while others prefer phone check-ins that use less bandwidth. Licensed professionals can tailor session length and focus to match a client’s routine and goals.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Nicole address?

She supports people with depression, anxiety, stress, grief, trauma, addiction, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and related concerns like sleeping, eating, and self-esteem.

What is her general therapy style?

Nicole offers direct, nonjudgmental listening and helps people speak their full truth. Sessions mix practical skills with reflective conversation based on the client’s goals.

How long has she been practicing?

She has 16 years of experience working in settings such as inpatient units, addiction recovery, hospice, crisis teams, and outpatient programs.

What credentials and region are on record?

She holds LPC and LPCC credentials and is based in Colorado. The credential abbreviations are Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC).

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients supported?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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