Nicole Durant, LPCC

Nicole Durant is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) based in Ohio. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and big life changes in straightforward, practical ways.

She keeps sessions direct and focused. Nicole works to create an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can name what feels hard and try ways to feel better. She encourages small, doable steps so people build momentum between sessions.

Her approach draws from cognitive behavioral therapy, client-centered work, dialectical behavior therapy, emotionally focused ideas, and mindfulness. Nicole uses these methods to help people notice thoughts and reactions, practice new skills, and strengthen emotional awareness. The focus is on tools that can be used day to day.

Nicole has 13 years of professional experience in clinical settings. That background informs her practical style and her interest in helping people move past patterns that keep them stuck. She aims to meet each person where they are and tailor the work to their goals.

Sessions cover common concerns such as panic, phobias, obsessive or compulsive patterns, attachment and abandonment worries, caregiver stress, family of origin issues, and feelings of isolation or shame. Nicole supports exploration of life purpose, forgiveness work, and communication skills to improve relationships and daily functioning.

Using CBT, Client-Centered, and DBT Online

Nicole uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients notice and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors; CBT can be useful for anxiety, panic, phobias, and obsessive thoughts. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening, validating feelings, and building a trusting relationship so people feel heard and can explore goals at their own pace. Dialectical behavior therapy brings practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving communication during heated moments.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. Nicole will review your concerns, goals, and preferences and then suggest which methods to try first. Decisions are collaborative and can be adjusted as progress is made.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs. Video calls are helpful for face-to-face conversation and skill demonstrations, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat or text messaging can work for shorter check-ins, skill practice, or when making time for therapy during a busy day. These options make it easier to keep continuity of care and to practice skills in real life between appointments.