Nicole Phillips

Registration No. APCC 23100

Nicole.phillips@smartcounselingca.com

Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor

Availability: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday  (Telehealth)

Accepting New Clients: Yes

Populations: Adolescents (13 to 17); Adults (18-64); Individuals, Couples and Families

Specialties:Anxiety; Depression; Life Transitions; School Issues; Self-harming; Stress Management; Trauma and PTSD

Interventions:Cognitive Behavior (CBT); Family Systems; Gestalt; Gottman Method; Narrative Therapy; Person Centered Therapy; Reality Therapy; Trauma-Focused


I'm Nikki! I'm an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and Associate Professional Clinical Counselor with a Master's degree in Counseling, specializing in Marriage and Family Therapy, from Saint Mary's College of California. I also earned my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. My passion is creating a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable being yourself and sharing your story.

I believe that every person is unique, so I tailor therapy to meet your individual needs rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach. My work draws from several evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Gottman Method techniques, and person-centered therapy. I enjoy collaborating with clients to build on their strengths, develop practical coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.

I have experience working with adolescents, adults, and couples, supporting concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, and self-esteem. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered as we work together toward the changes that matter most to you.

Whether you're navigating a difficult season or simply looking to better understand yourself, I'm honored to walk alongside you on your journey toward healing and growth.