Nicole is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with16 years of experience specializing in the treatment of substance use disorders. Nicole has specialty experience providing therapeutic services to professionals, executives, and entrepreneurs. Nicole received her Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from University of St. Thomas School of Social Work. Nicole specializes in the treatment of trauma and has advanced training and certification in EMDR for the treatment of trauma. Nicole has also been trained to treat a broad spectrum of mental health concerns including personality disorders. Her work is grounded in attachment-focused addiction treatment as well as cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma-focused modalities based on the specific needs of the patient. She utilizes evidence-based treatment interventions supported by current research.  Nicole believes strongly in providing treatment that is practical and goal-directed to harness a client’s strengths and create significant and lasting change in their lives.