Dr. Nichole Nava

Dr. Nichole Nava welcomes people who are feeling overwhelmed by change, grief, relationship strain, or worries about food and body image. She offers direct, calm support to help people name their concerns and take small steps forward. Her approach is grounded in practical conversation and clear goals that fit everyday life.

She holds a Doctor of Philosophy in General Psychology and practices as an LPC, with 15 years of clinical experience. Much of her background is in child welfare and school settings, including supervisory work in Child Protective Services and roles as an elementary teacher and school counselor. Those roles shaped her focus on safety, communication, and practical problem solving.

In session she uses client-centered methods to listen and follow what matters most to each person. She also draws on cognitive behavioral ideas to identify unhelpful thinking and try small behavior changes. Solution-focused techniques help set concrete next steps and measure progress over time.

Dr. Nava has worked with people facing trauma, relationship problems, parenting strain, depression, anxiety, and grief. She also helps with body image and eating and food-related issues alongside concerns like codependency, attachment, and blended family stress. Her style is straightforward and collaborative, offering tools and encouragement rather than jargon.

People who value clear plans, gentle accountability, and a therapist who listens will find a practical ally in her. Prospective clients are encouraged to consider whether this direct, goal-oriented approach matches their needs before scheduling.

How these approaches translate to online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following what is most important to the person. Online sessions can still center on understanding, empathy, and working from the client’s own goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thought and behavior and tests small changes to improve mood and functioning; this framework works well for anxiety, depression, and body image concerns in remote sessions. Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes concrete next steps and measurable progress, which can be easy to track between appointments.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will help identify what fits a person’s needs and preferences. That choice can change over time as goals shift, and decisions about methods are made together during early sessions.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make scheduling simpler and help sessions fit into busy days, such as shorter check-ins during work breaks or video conversations when longer discussion is needed. It can also reduce travel time and help people maintain continuity of care when life gets hectic. Ask about available formats and typical session lengths while arranging the first appointment.