Works with
How Nicole works
- Not listed
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LMHC, LPC
- Licensed in
- New York, North Carolina, South Carolina
- Years in practice
- 12
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Nicole
Nicole Anzalone is a licensed mental health counselor who draws on 12 years of experience to help people facing overwhelm and strong emotions. She practices in South Carolina and meets clients where they are. Her tone is direct and encouraging, and she works with people on everyday struggles like anxiety, depression, grief, and anger.
Nicole has worked in many settings including schools, substance abuse programs, outpatient clinics, hospital behavioral health units, crisis call centers, and independent practice.
Background and approach
That range means she has seen how stress and trauma show up in different parts of life. She uses that experience to make concrete plans with each person she sees. Early sessions focus on getting a clear picture of current struggles and personal goals.
Nicole asks straightforward questions and listens closely to what matters most to each client. Together they set small, realistic steps to reduce distress and build skills that fit daily life. Sessions often include practice of coping tools, ways to manage strong feelings, and problem-solving for practical concerns like sleep, parenting, or work stress.
She also supports people facing addictions, relationship troubles, or identity-related stress such as LGBT concerns. Nicole holds licenses as a licensed mental health counselor and a licensed professional counselor - LMHC and LPC. She offers care in English and provides a mix of session formats to fit varied schedules.
Getting started begins with a simple matching process and scheduling a first session.
What Nicole works with
Everything Nicole lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Nicole's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Infidelity
- Men's issues
- Self-love
- Women's issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches that help online and in daily life
Nicole uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear skills and steady progress. One common approach she uses teaches coping skills for strong emotions and stress - it breaks down strategies into short, practical steps people can try between sessions to manage anger, anxiety, or overwhelming thoughts. Another approach centers on processing difficult events in manageable pieces so memories and triggers feel less intense over time; this helps people who carry trauma or repeated stressors.Choosing the right method is part of the work together. Nicole assesses what each person needs, talks through goals and preferences, and adapts techniques so they fit daily life rather than expecting one fixed path. The process is collaborative and paced to the person's comfort and goals.
Online sessions offer practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation for deeper connection, phone sessions use less bandwidth and can work during a short break, live chat works for quick check-ins, and text messaging supports ongoing, brief skill practice between meetings. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around school, work, caregiving, or travel.
Questions people ask about Nicole
What kinds of concerns can Nicole help with?
Nicole works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, trauma, and addiction-related issues, plus related challenges like sleep problems, parenting strain, and self-esteem.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She focuses on building a clear plan with each person, listening closely, and teaching practical coping tools for managing strong feelings and daily stressors.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She brings 12 years of professional work across schools, substance abuse programs, outpatient and inpatient behavioral health, crisis call centers, and independent practice.
What credentials and location information are on file?
She holds LMHC and LPC credentials and practices in South Carolina.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Therapy can take place by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's listed availability.