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Dr. Nicholas Schweizer

Calm, practical care for mood and addiction concerns

MD, LCPC Maryland

Experience
18 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Bipolar
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Languages
English
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About Nicholas

Dr. Nicholas Schweizer combines nearly two decades of clinical work with advanced training in counseling and substance abuse to guide people through stress, mood concerns, and addictive behaviors.

Background and approach

He earned an MD and holds the Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor credential, bringing experience from both outpatient and inpatient settings as well as long-term involvement with Johns Hopkins Hospital. His background includes formal training in substance abuse counseling and a doctorate in education focused on counseling, which informs his emphasis on clear teaching and skills-building in sessions.

Dr. Schweizer uses practical, evidence-informed methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to address issues like anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and problems related to substance use.

He aims to help clients develop coping skills, improve sleep and self-esteem, and navigate career or relationship stressors. Sessions are offered in multiple formats and he accepts international clients, allowing flexibility for people juggling work, travel, or other commitments.

Accessible CBT and Skills-Based Therapy Online

Dr. Schweizer commonly integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing into his online work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replacing them with more effective strategies, making it useful for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and mood regulation. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative conversational approach that aims to strengthen a person's own motivation to change, which can be particularly helpful when addressing substance use or ambivalence about treatment.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each client to clarify goals, explore preferences, and adapt techniques so the plan fits personal needs and life circumstances. This shared process helps tailor interventions from CBT, DBT elements, or motivational strategies depending on what proves most useful.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to attend sessions around work, travel, or caregiving responsibilities. These options support continued progress when in-person meetings are difficult and allow licensed professionals to deliver consistent, skills-focused care across distances.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
Dr. Schweizer works with a range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addictions, ADHD, relationship and career issues, sleep problems, anger, and self-esteem difficulties.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He employs practical, skills-focused methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with DBT and Motivational Interviewing techniques to help clients build coping strategies and make measurable changes.
What is his clinical experience and background?
He brings 18 years of professional experience and has worked in both outpatient and inpatient settings, including many years at Johns Hopkins Hospital and roles as a consultant and educator.
Which credentials and location are listed for this clinician?
The clinician holds MD and LCPC credentials with licence details MD LCPC LC1492 and is based in Maryland.
Can nonlocal or international clients work with him?
Yes, he accepts international clients and offers services to people outside his immediate region.
What session formats are available for therapy?
Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different schedules and preferences.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with client location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps should I take to begin working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsBipolar disorderDepression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

Drug and alcohol addictionHIV / AIDSMood disordersPersonality disordersSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Smoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Motivational Interviewing

Experience

18+ years

Licensed

Maryland

Languages

English