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Nicole Phelan

Practical, compassionate therapy for life transitions

LCSW Maine

Experience
9 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Family, Trauma and abuse
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Nicole

Nicole Phelan is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Maine who brings nine years of clinical experience to her practice.

Background and approach

She works with people facing a broad range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, parenting and family challenges, ADHD, eating and relationship issues, and mood disorders. Her practice also addresses related topics such as attachment difficulties, adoption and foster care issues, codependency, communication problems, and guilt or shame.

Her therapeutic presence is described as warm, direct, and interactive, emphasizing respect, dignity, and compassion in the work. Nicole draws from a variety of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Jungian therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to tailor interventions to each client.

She values experiential activities and sees time outdoors as a useful adjunct to building coping skills and self-esteem. Prospective clients who are ready to seek change will find support focused on empowerment, practical skills, and collaborative goal-setting.

Approaches that translate well to online care

Nicole integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy into her online work. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes through practical strategies and skill-building. ACT emphasizes values and committed action, helping clients clarify what matters to them and develop flexible responses to difficult thoughts and feelings.

In addition, she uses Attachment-Based Therapy to explore relationship patterns and early relational wounds, which can support improvements in communication, trust, and emotional regulation. Together these approaches allow for both practical symptom-focused work and deeper exploration of patterns that influence relationships and self-concept. Finding the right combination is a collaborative process, and the therapist will work with clients to tailor methods to their goals, preferences, and day-to-day needs.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access regular care without travel, to integrate therapeutic tools into daily life, and to maintain continuity when routines change.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she work with?
Nicole supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, parenting and family problems, ADHD, eating concerns, bipolar and other mood issues, as well as relationship and self-esteem challenges.
How would you describe her therapeutic approach?
Her style is warm, direct, and interactive, blending practical, goal-oriented methods with compassionate listening to help clients build skills and make meaningful changes.
What is her clinical background and experience?
She is a licensed clinical social worker with nine years of experience working with a wide range of mental health and family concerns.
Where is her practice located and what are her credentials?
She practices in Maine and holds the credential ME LCSW LC17380 as a licensed clinical social worker.
Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are conducted in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available for remote care?
She offers a range of online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Costs vary based on location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin working together?
To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteem

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesEating disordersAnger managementBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Jungian TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

9+ years

Licensed

Maine

Languages

English