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- Trauma informed care
- Communication skills
- Coping strategies
About Nicole
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Michigan with 11 years of clinical experience, Nicole Montgomery focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and family-related concerns. She helps people who are dealing with life changes, communication problems, and feelings of isolation or loneliness. Nicole works primarily with teens and young adults and has also seen clients across other age ranges.
Nicole uses trauma-informed care as the foundation of her work. She pays attention to how past events and transitions shape current feelings and behavior. In sessions she talks through specific situations, helps people name strong emotions, and practices ways to change unhelpful interaction patterns.
When someone is overwhelmed by anxiety or depression, Nicole breaks things into small steps. She teaches practical coping skills and supports clearer communication between people in close relationships. For those facing isolation, she helps identify barriers to connection and explores manageable ways to rebuild social contact.
Her work with family issues centers on individual change that affects family dynamics. She concentrates on improving a person’s communication habits rather than running family therapy sessions. Nicole listens for patterns, offers feedback, and coaches people in new ways of relating.
People describing major life transitions, past abuse, or ongoing stress can expect direct, steady guidance. She aims to build resilience through concrete skills, clearer thinking about problems, and gradual behavioral changes. Sessions move at a pace the person can manage.
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Approaches used in remote sessions and what to expect
Nicole describes her work as trauma-informed and focused on practical techniques. Trauma-informed care means noticing how past events affect present reactions and then pacing conversations to avoid overwhelming the person. That approach helps when someone is processing past hurt or managing strong emotional responses.She also emphasizes practical coping strategies that target anxiety and depression. These are straightforward skills and routines - breathing, grounding, short behavioral steps - that reduce intense feelings and help with daily functioning. For communication problems she teaches concrete ways to change how people speak and listen to one another, which can improve relationships over time.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose techniques that match their needs, goals, and preferences. That means trying methods, reviewing what helps, and adjusting plans together rather than using a single fixed method.
Session formats were not listed in the biography, so confirm available options before booking. In general, remote sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Licensed professionals can use these advantages to maintain regular contact and keep momentum while working on coping skills and communication changes.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, family concerns, and coping with life changes. Communication problems and loneliness are also areas of focus.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is trauma-informed and practical. She focuses on concrete skills, clearer communication, and step-by-step changes.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 11 years of experience providing clinical support to people facing a range of concerns.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and she practices in Michigan.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
What formats do sessions take?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are payments handled and how do I start?
Cost varies with location and services use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.