- Years in practice
- 13
- Credentials
- LCPC
- Licensed in
- Illinois
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Self esteem
About Nicholas
Nicholas Smith, LCPC, helps people feeling stuck, unmotivated, or ready for a life change. He focuses on practical steps that align daily actions with personal values. Sessions aim to make emotions easier to manage and to clarify goals in simple terms.
He explains how thought patterns form and points out where small shifts can lead to real change. Nicholas uses clear, down-to-earth language so parents and adults can apply what they learn between sessions.
Background and approach
He emphasizes doable skills rather than complex theory. His background includes work at a student counseling center, an inpatient psychiatric unit, a drug and alcohol addiction treatment program, and independent practice. That variety shaped his comfort with stress, addiction, grief, and mood concerns.
He draws on years of practical experience to inform each conversation. Nicholas combines several approaches to match a person’s needs. He may focus on skills to manage strong emotions, tools to change unhelpful thoughts, or exercises that clarify values and motivation.
The approach is chosen to suit the issue at hand and the client’s goals. People often seek him out for parenting concerns, anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship and intimacy issues, anger, sleep problems, and struggles with purpose or shame. He brings 13 years of clinical work in Illinois as an LCPC to each case.
The aim is steady progress through small, sustainable changes.
What Nicholas works with
Everything Nicholas lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Nicholas helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- ADHD
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Emptiness
- Guilt and shame
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Nicholas lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Online approaches that fit your day-to-day life
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice what matters most and take small steps toward those values even when emotions are strong. It is useful for making life changes and staying motivated when parenting or other responsibilities feel overwhelming.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It teaches practical tools to challenge unhelpful thoughts and change behaviors that get in the way of sleep, mood, or day-to-day functioning.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, offers concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving communication. It can help when anger, relationship strain, or emotional overwhelm make it hard to parent or focus at work.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which combination of methods fits their goals, needs, and preferences. That plan can shift as progress is made and new priorities emerge.
Online sessions are offered by licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video calls are useful for a face-to-face conversation, phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited, live chat is handy for quick check-ins, and messaging lets people reflect between appointments. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around busy schedules and parenting demands.
Questions people ask about Nicholas
What kinds of problems does Nicholas help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, addictions, grief, sleep issues, anger, career concerns, parenting, intimacy-related issues, and relationship stress. Additional focuses include codependency, shame, purpose, and men's issues.
What is his general therapy style and approach?
Sessions are practical and straightforward. He uses a mix of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, existential ideas, and mindfulness to fit what each person needs.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 13 years of clinical experience. His background includes student counseling, inpatient psychiatric care, addiction treatment, and independent practice work.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds an LCPC license, listed as an Illinois LCPC. He practices out of Illinois.
Which languages are supported and can international clients work with him?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These different formats allow flexible ways to check in and keep momentum between meetings.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule sessions based on therapist availability.
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