Nicole is a compassionate, energetic team oriented LMSW whose focus is on those struggling with mental health, substance use and addiction. Nicole focuses on emotional, physical and psychological issues, including substance abuse and addiction. Most of her career has been in the service of providing counseling and support in non -profit program management environments. Currently her career role involves supporting women and children combating mental health and substance abuse issues. Nicole has served on several committees focused on breaking down the stigma of mental health and addiction. She will soon sit for her LCSW exam in 2023 and has goal to open her own private practice where she can continue to support, counsel, and break down barriers for mental health and addiction recovery acceptance. Nicole is also a wife of 23 years and a mother of a beautiful teenage girl, two dogs and a goldfish.