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- ACT and CBT
- EFT and existential
- Motivational interviewing
About Nicole
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri with 10 years of experience, Nicole VandeLinde helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and life changes. She works with individuals on issues such as trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, parenting concerns, intimacy-related problems, anger, self-esteem, and compassion fatigue. Nicole uses several therapeutic approaches to meet each person's needs.
Nicole keeps sessions direct and practical. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, existential ideas, and Motivational Interviewing to help people notice what matters, change unhelpful patterns, and rebuild connection. Conversations focus on real-life steps clients can try between sessions.
In practice she offers a listening style that encourages honest discussion about hard topics. People can expect to work on communication skills, coping strategies for anxiety and stress, and ways to manage anger and cravings. Nicole also supports people navigating grief and the effects of trauma.
She frames therapy as a collaborative process. Goals and methods are chosen together based on practical needs and what the person wants to change. Progress is tracked with simple, observable tasks and reflections.
Nicole has spent a decade providing this type of care in Missouri. Sessions are aimed at short-term problem solving when useful and deeper work when needed. Prospective clients are invited to review the session process and the therapist's approaches before scheduling.
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How her therapeutic approaches work in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people identify their core values and take committed action toward those values despite difficult thoughts or feelings. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and life changes that block forward movement.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and introduces practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. It can help with anxiety, depression, and managing strong emotions.
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) concentrates on how emotions shape relationships and communication. It is often used to improve closeness and to address intimacy-related issues and relational distress.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist and client will review goals and try methods that fit the person's needs and preferences. That collaborative process means plans can shift as progress and priorities become clearer.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since formats are not specified in the biography. Ask about the available session options when you schedule. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time so appointments work around school, work, or caregiving duties.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, parenting concerns, intimacy-related issues, anger, self-esteem, and compassion fatigue.
What therapeutic approaches are used?
The practice draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing depending on the person and problem.
How much experience does she have?
She has 10 years of experience as a clinician working with a range of emotional and relational difficulties.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Missouri.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How do sessions and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting 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.