Nicholas "Nick" Cross, LICSW

Nicholas "Nick" Cross is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in Minnesota. He helps people who are feeling stressed, anxious, low in confidence, or stuck during life changes. He also supports those coping with depression, anger, ADHD, and workplace or money-related pressure.

Nick favors practical conversations. He listens first, then works with each person to set goals and try steps that can feel doable. Sessions focus on learning simple tools to manage mood, build confidence, and handle everyday challenges.

His background includes four years of clinical practice as a LICSW in Minnesota. That experience includes helping people untangle family of origin issues and blended family concerns, as well as supporting young adults facing career and life transitions.

Nick uses cognitive behavioral techniques alongside motivational interviewing and solution-focused ideas. He applies these methods to help clarify what’s getting in the way and to identify small, concrete changes clients can test between sessions.

People who choose him can expect direct, respectful conversation and a focus on practical outcomes. He aims to tailor sessions to each person’s needs rather than following a one-size-fits-all plan. If someone is ready to try new steps, he offers steady support while they practice them.

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Nick commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns. That approach can help with anxiety, low mood, and stress by teaching tools to test and shift thinking.

He also draws on Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own reasons for change and build motivation one step at a time. Solution-Focused Therapy is another tool he uses to identify small, concrete goals and to try short experiments that can lead to quick improvements.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss what feels most useful based on a person's goals and preferences, and adjust methods as progress is made. Clients are invited to give feedback so sessions stay focused and practical.

Online options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is useful for longer conversations and skill teaching, phone can fit brief check-ins or lower bandwidth needs, and messaging or live chat works well for quick updates, coaching between sessions, and flexible check-ins around a busy day. These formats aim to make it easier to get help regardless of schedule or location.