Ann Nickel, M.Ed., LPC
It is very important to me to create a warm, accepting, and comfortable environment for my clients. I believe that each of us have unique life experiences and personal strengths that can be used as building blocks for growth. I am passionate about helping people who are ready for change in life, desiring growth toward goals or healing, or simply ready to understand and love themselves more.
Specialties
EMDR for Trauma, Chronic Pain, Nervous System Regulation
I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). EMDR is a research-based therapy that helps individuals reprocess traumatic memories and experiences in a safe and controlled environment. I offer EMDR therapy for any clients, but also specifically for women who have experienced trauma directly from their breast cancer journey. In addition, research shows that EMDR helps regulate a person's nervous system. Those having chronic pain or other medical challenges often benefit from this therapy.
Cancer/Chronic Illness
I am a breast cancer survivor. That journey has created in me a heart for working with those navigating through something similar. I understand all too well that once treatment is over, that is not always the end of the journey. Navigating a current medical diagnosis or post-illness life can be hard, and I want to be a resource for those in that life space.
Adolescents
I have over 2 decades of experience with pre-teens and adolescents. I offer space for them to be heard, develop emotionally, and define themselves and their values. Stress management, time management, social issues and self esteem are just a few of the challenges teens may want to explore in therapy.
