Nicole Henning, LPC
Practical CBT support for lasting change
- CBT based skill building
- Couples and family focus
- Trauma informed perspective
About Nicole Henning
Nicole Henning, LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania with 10 years of experience supporting people through a wide range of mental health and life challenges. She holds a Master of Education (M. Ed.) in Counseling, a graduate degree focused on the skills and practice of helping individuals and families navigate emotional and behavioral concerns. Her work is grounded in helping clients build practical tools while also exploring the deeper patterns that shape daily life.
A central part of her approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns, challenging irrational beliefs, and practicing more constructive ways of thinking and responding. Alongside CBT, she emphasizes the importance of self-care and building routines that support long-term wellbeing. Nicole has experience working in corrections and has also supported clients with drug and alcohol backgrounds, bringing a steady, nonjudgmental perspective to complex situations.
Nicole also works with couples and relationships and enjoys integrating family systems theory to better understand how dynamics, roles, and communication patterns can impact individuals and the people around them. She maintains a strong interest in neuroscience and the brain, and she regularly seeks out trainings that deepen her understanding of how the mind and body interact. In addition, she has taught as a Psychology professor and values education as part of therapy, helping clients learn about mental health and apply skills in everyday life.
Across sessions, Nicole draws from modalities she enjoys using, including client-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy, trauma-informed care, mindfulness-based therapy, trauma-art narrative therapy (TANT), couples and family therapy, and grief counseling. Her goal is to help clients clarify future goals, strengthen coping skills, practice self-love, and support growth across physical, spiritual, emotional, and mental aspects of life.
A central part of her approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns, challenging irrational beliefs, and practicing more constructive ways of thinking and responding. Alongside CBT, she emphasizes the importance of self-care and building routines that support long-term wellbeing. Nicole has experience working in corrections and has also supported clients with drug and alcohol backgrounds, bringing a steady, nonjudgmental perspective to complex situations.
Nicole also works with couples and relationships and enjoys integrating family systems theory to better understand how dynamics, roles, and communication patterns can impact individuals and the people around them. She maintains a strong interest in neuroscience and the brain, and she regularly seeks out trainings that deepen her understanding of how the mind and body interact. In addition, she has taught as a Psychology professor and values education as part of therapy, helping clients learn about mental health and apply skills in everyday life.
Across sessions, Nicole draws from modalities she enjoys using, including client-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy, trauma-informed care, mindfulness-based therapy, trauma-art narrative therapy (TANT), couples and family therapy, and grief counseling. Her goal is to help clients clarify future goals, strengthen coping skills, practice self-love, and support growth across physical, spiritual, emotional, and mental aspects of life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Nicole Henning have?
Nicole Henning has 10 years of experience as a therapist.
Is Nicole Henning a licensed therapist?
Yes. Nicole Henning is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania. License number: PA LPC PC010536.
In which languages does Nicole Henning provide therapy?
Nicole Henning provides therapy in English.
Where is Nicole Henning located?
Nicole Henning is located in Pennsylvania.
How can I work with Nicole Henning as my therapist?
You can work with Nicole Henning through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Nicole Henning work with international clients?
No. Nicole Henning does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Nicole Henning 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.
Therapeutic Tools That Translate Well to Online Sessions
Nicole Henning, LPC, integrates evidence-informed approaches that can work well in an online format. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients notice how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact, then practice more balanced thinking and more helpful responses. It is often used to support concerns like stress, anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes.She also uses client-centered therapy, which emphasizes a supportive, respectful space where the client sets the pace and goals. This approach can be especially helpful when someone wants to build self-esteem, sort through relationship concerns, or make sense of difficult experiences without feeling pushed into a one-size-fits-all plan. Attachment-based therapy may also be woven in to explore how early and current relationships shape needs, boundaries, and patterns of closeness or distance.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Nicole collaborates with clients to identify what feels most helpful based on their needs, goals, and preferences, and she can adjust the focus over time as things change.
Online therapy offers flexibility and access from wherever clients are in Pennsylvania. Sessions can take place through video calls or phone, and support can also happen through live chat or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and real life routines.