Nicole is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW). Nicole was born and raised in Bismarck, North Dakota. She graduated with her Bachelor of Social Work from Minot State University with a concentration in Health Management Science in May of 2021, as well as gaining her license in the following month. Nicole graduated with her Master of Social Work in May of 2022 from Northern Arizona University. Throughout her university experience, she was given the opportunity to have 2 years of training under the owner of The Kid’s Therapy Center, Valerie Meyers. Nicole also has 3+ years working with both children and adults with developmental disabilities. She is passionate about working with ages three and up, as well as working alongside families. In practice she utilizes play, art, and sandtray therapy techniques. Nicole is trained to provide Brainspotting, which is a technique in which a client locates points in their vision field that can provide insight regarding unprocessed trauma in the subcortical area of the brain. Brainspotting can provide support to those with emotional and somatic conditions. Outside of work, Nicole enjoys being with friends, boating, reading, and being around family.

Trainings:
Brainspotting: Level 2
Experiential Play Therapy by developer Byron Norton
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Child Interactive, Non-Directive Play Therapy
Certified in Nurtured Heart Certified
Direct Support Professional

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