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Nicole Merhaut

Calm, practical therapy for life challenges

LMFT Florida

Experience
8 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Family, Parenting
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy
Languages
English
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About Nicole

Nicole Merhaut is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Florida who blends cognitive behavioral principles with solution-focused strategies to help clients navigate life’s challenges.

Background and approach

She draws on a background that includes a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and additional training in applied behavior analysis and addictive and compulsive behaviors. With eight years of clinical experience, she applies practical skills to address concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship and family conflicts, parenting and co-parenting issues, anger, and addiction-related concerns.

Her work also encompasses supporting people facing identity and developmental concerns like Autism and Asperger Syndrome, coping with chronic pain or medical conditions, eating and food-related issues, and the stresses that arise during divorce or blended family transitions.

Nicole emphasizes collaborative goal setting and a warm, nonjudgmental stance, helping clients identify manageable changes in thinking and behavior while keeping attention on realistic, forward-focused solutions. She welcomes conversations about coping strategies, life transitions, and improving relational patterns to support lasting progress.

Using CBT and Solution-Focused Methods Online

Nicole often draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and adjust unhelpful thought patterns and related behaviors; this approach is useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and many everyday challenges. Solution-Focused Therapy complements that work by concentrating on concrete goals and small, achievable steps so progress can be noticed quickly and built upon.

Choosing the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist works with each client to clarify goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adjusting techniques as needed so the plan aligns with the person’s needs and values.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and maintain continuity during life transitions. These formats allow for flexible pacing, regular check-ins, and the ability to practice skills in everyday contexts while staying connected with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Nicole focus on?
Nicole works with a broad set of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, family and relationship issues, parenting and co-parenting challenges, anger, addiction-related issues, and trauma and abuse.
What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?
She primarily uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to explore how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and employs Solution-Focused Therapy to set concrete goals and identify practical steps forward.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Nicole has eight years of experience working in mental health settings and has served in roles such as targeted case manager and master level practitioner before practicing as an LMFT.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with the credential FL LMFT MT3677 and practices in Florida.
Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Services are provided in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available for online work?
Nicole offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What is the process for beginning therapy with her?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteem

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problems

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English