Nicole Bebiak, LCPC, LMHC
Client-centered counselor with 24 years experience
- Client-centered approach
- CBT and mindfulness
- Trauma and relationships
About Nicole Bebiak
Nicole Bebiak is a licensed counselor holding both LCPC and LMHC credentials - LCPC denotes licensure as a clinical professional counselor in Illinois and LMHC denotes licensure as a mental health counselor in Indiana. She brings 24 years of experience to her work and combines longstanding clinical training with practical experience across multiple care settings.
She earned a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from Benedictine University in 1999 and has applied her skills in settings that include a domestic violence center, crisis hotlines, community mental health agencies, and a private behavioral health hospital. Over the course of her career she has helped people manage concerns such as depression, anxiety and panic, unhealthy or abusive relationships, low self-esteem, trauma and abuse, suicidal ideation and self-harm, grief and family conflict, and everyday coping and communication challenges.
Her core approach is client-centered, meeting each person where they are and considering the whole individual rather than only symptoms. She works eclectically, drawing on techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, dialectical-behavioral ideas, solution-focused strategies, play therapy and sand tray work, psychoeducation, and crisis intervention. In sessions she acts as a guide and sounding board, supporting clients to explore options and arrive at their own solutions while offering challenge when helpful.
Nicole emphasizes empathy and individualized care, recognizing that different strategies work for different people. She is not currently accepting new clients.
She earned a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from Benedictine University in 1999 and has applied her skills in settings that include a domestic violence center, crisis hotlines, community mental health agencies, and a private behavioral health hospital. Over the course of her career she has helped people manage concerns such as depression, anxiety and panic, unhealthy or abusive relationships, low self-esteem, trauma and abuse, suicidal ideation and self-harm, grief and family conflict, and everyday coping and communication challenges.
Her core approach is client-centered, meeting each person where they are and considering the whole individual rather than only symptoms. She works eclectically, drawing on techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, dialectical-behavioral ideas, solution-focused strategies, play therapy and sand tray work, psychoeducation, and crisis intervention. In sessions she acts as a guide and sounding board, supporting clients to explore options and arrive at their own solutions while offering challenge when helpful.
Nicole emphasizes empathy and individualized care, recognizing that different strategies work for different people. She is not currently accepting new clients.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Nicole Bebiak have?
Nicole Bebiak has 24 years of experience.
Is Nicole Bebiak a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds LCPC and LMHC credentials. License details are IL LCPC 180.004686 and IN LMHC 39004035A.
In which languages does Nicole Bebiak provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Nicole Bebiak located?
She is located in Indiana.
How can I work with Nicole Bebiak as my therapist?
You can work with Nicole Bebiak through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Nicole Bebiak work with international clients?
Nicole Bebiak does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Nicole Bebiak cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online care options
Nicole often uses client-centered therapy, which focuses on understanding each person as a whole and creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment that helps people explore their own goals and solutions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is another common approach she uses - it helps identify patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to problems such as anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties, and teaches practical skills to change those patterns. Mindfulness therapy is used to cultivate present-moment awareness and self-compassion, practices that can reduce reactivity to stress and improve emotional regulation.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is done collaboratively. She works with clients to assess needs, goals, and preferences, adapting techniques so the work fits the individual rather than forcing a single method.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and some work can be done via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access care when in-person visits are impractical, all while allowing licensed professionals and therapists to deliver evidence-informed support.