Nichole | anewleaftherapy

Nichole Pritchett Hilliard

Graduate Student Intern

I am a graduate level intern, working towards my MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. I have over 20+ years of experience in higher education, working with a diverse population of people to obtain their personal and academic goals. I am a mom and proud wife of a 20-year Army veteran. My counseling approach is based on CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and somatic practice. I believe that creating a healthy therapeutic alliance involves working from a client-centered approach and creating a safe counseling space, allowing clients to be proactive and excited about their mental health journey. In my free time I enjoy dancing, reading, yoga, and spending time with my family and friends.

Insurances I Accept:

Aetna, CHP+, Cigna, and Medicaid

How I Work:

I strive to create a safe and collaborative therapeutic space where clients feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood. My approach is rooted in trust, mutual respect, and being fully present for you and adapting the work to your unique goals, needs, and pace.

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Issues I Treat:

Trauma
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
PTSD
Stress
Life challenges and issues

Populations I Serve:

18+
Military
First Responders

Professional Background:

Education:

MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling - Walden University (in progress)

MS in Human Services with a specialization in Counseling Studies - Capella University

BA in Psychology - Saint Martins University

Trainings:

Certified Trauma Professional
Certified in Psychological First Aid
Certified Spiritual Counselor
Certified Mediator
Certified 200 hr. Yoga instructor
Trained in de-escalation, threat assessment, QPR, and Mental Health First Aid

Employment:

Intern - A New Leaf Therapy

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