Nicole Garza, LCSW
Grounded therapy for healing and change
- Individuals couples families
- Trauma anxiety depression
- Addiction relationships transitions
About Nicole Garza
Nicole Garza is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), a graduate-level mental health professional trained to provide therapy, with 13 years of experience supporting people through a wide range of life challenges. She works with individuals, couples, and families, and brings a broad perspective shaped by her service as an Army Veteran and her work with clients across several different states.
Nicole has substantial experience helping people navigate anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress. Her work also commonly addresses addiction, relationship concerns, abuse and domestic violence, and the stress that can come with major transitions and adjustment difficulties. She has supported clients coping with caregiver burnout, divorce, and custody-related concerns, and she approaches these experiences with care, structure, and respect for each person’s situation.
Her therapy style emphasizes the importance of trust and a strong working relationship, creating space for honesty and vulnerability over time. Nicole draws from multiple evidence-informed approaches, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy, and she uses Family Systems Theory and Psychodynamic Theory as foundational guides for understanding patterns, relationships, and emotional experiences. She welcomes the chance to collaborate on clear goals and to track progress in a way that feels meaningful and practical.
Nicole has substantial experience helping people navigate anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress. Her work also commonly addresses addiction, relationship concerns, abuse and domestic violence, and the stress that can come with major transitions and adjustment difficulties. She has supported clients coping with caregiver burnout, divorce, and custody-related concerns, and she approaches these experiences with care, structure, and respect for each person’s situation.
Her therapy style emphasizes the importance of trust and a strong working relationship, creating space for honesty and vulnerability over time. Nicole draws from multiple evidence-informed approaches, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy, and she uses Family Systems Theory and Psychodynamic Theory as foundational guides for understanding patterns, relationships, and emotional experiences. She welcomes the chance to collaborate on clear goals and to track progress in a way that feels meaningful and practical.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
LGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityControl issuesDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Nicole Garza have?
Nicole Garza has 13 years of experience providing therapy and support.
Is Nicole Garza a licensed therapist?
Yes. Nicole Garza is licensed as an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) in North Carolina. License: NC LCSW C007548.
In which languages does Nicole Garza provide therapy?
Nicole Garza provides therapy in English.
Where is Nicole Garza located?
Nicole Garza is located in North Carolina.
How can I work with Nicole Garza as my therapist?
You can work with Nicole Garza through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and availability.
Does Nicole Garza work with international clients?
Yes. Nicole Garza works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Nicole Garza cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Online therapy with practical, evidence-informed approaches
Nicole Garza integrates several evidence-informed methods to help clients build insight and workable coping strategies. With Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and behavior cycles, then practicing realistic alternatives that can better support mood, stress management, and daily functioning.Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and healthier communication, which can be especially helpful when emotions feel intense, relationships feel strained, or impulsive reactions are getting in the way. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) can also be used to help clients make room for difficult thoughts and feelings while taking steps toward values-based goals, supporting change without getting stuck in self-criticism or avoidance.
Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Nicole collaborates with clients to clarify goals, consider preferences, and adjust the plan over time so therapy stays relevant and practical.
Online sessions offer flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. This format can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, keep momentum between sessions, and access support from a familiar environment.