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Nicholas Smith, LCPC

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Self esteem, Motivation Depression Coping with life changes
Video Phone Live Chat Messaging

About me

If you’re feeling stuck, unmotivated, frustrated, hopeless, lost or ready for a life pivot; you’ve come to the right place. I can help you find a way to live in accordance to your values and goals, by helping manage your emotions more effectively. Sessions will provide insight into how your own thought processes work and identification of where some of your thought processes begin, and how to challenge them for growth.

From practicing in the student counseling center at Moody Bible Institute, hospital inpatient psychiatric unit, private practice, and a drug & alcohol addiction treatment center, I bring dedication alongside my strong and varied experiences to help you or your loved one. Being a counselor means more to me than a job, it is an interest in the psychology and philosophy, but most of all, helping my clients.

Whether life seems difficult right now or you are noticing an area that needs addressed or explored, my goal is to walk alongside in your journey with compassion and professional insight. I use a variety of theories and approaches to fit each individual, and look forward to working with you as you start your pivoting journey.

Professional experience

11yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Addictions Self esteem, Motivation Depression Coping with life changes

Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, ADHD, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Control issues, Dependent personality, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Guilt and shame, Life purpose, Men's issues, Mood disorders, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Social anxiety and phobia, Young adult issues

Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing

Services offered

Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging

License information

IL LCPC 180010190

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Nicholas Smith. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

It’s early in my process with Dr Nicholas, but it has been the most pleasant time so far. Recommend 10/10! Thank you for your help so far and the help it’ll do for my mental health future.

Written on Nov 20, 2024 after therapy with Nicholas for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd

Nicholas helped me put my thoughts and feelings into perspective in a way that made sense. My personal relationships directly benefited from my conversations with Nicholas. He was great to talk to.

Written on Nov 16, 2024 after therapy with Nicholas for 2 months on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, and anger management

Nick is thorough, professional and caring. I was reluctant to seek therapy for the first time in my life but he quickly put me at ease. I have no hesitation in recommending.

Written on Nov 04, 2024 after therapy with Nicholas for 3 weeks on issues concerning addictions, and intimacy-related issues

Great non-judgmental listener.

Written on Sep 26, 2024 after therapy with Nicholas for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and compassion fatigue

I know I am not the easiest patient and he asks a lot of questions to make me see things in a different way. I like the different things he is sending me to try to help my situation. He is an attentive listener and engages in our conversations. I have not had luck with therapist in the past and I am very glad to have found Nicholas Smith.

Written on Sep 15, 2024 after therapy with Nicholas for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd

Nicholas Smith is truly the best guide you could ask for to help you on your journey. He understands but even better he actually cares. He is a great human and I am happy I got paired up with him.

Written on Aug 22, 2024 after therapy with Nicholas for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes