Nicole Forester, LPC, LPCC

Licensed counselor for trauma grief and addiction

Trauma and addiction support
Grief and loss care
LGBT and family guidance

About Nicole Forester

Nicole Forester is a licensed mental health professional with 16 years of clinical experience who offers calm, attentive support for people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, grief, relationship struggles, and a range of other life challenges. She approaches each person with respectful, nonjudgmental listening and invites straightforward, honest conversation as a starting point for healing and change.

Forester holds LPC and LPCC credentials - Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - and is also a Nationally Board-Certified Music Therapist, reflecting training in both talk-based and expressive interventions. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Music Therapy from Utah State University in 2002 and completed an internship at Bethany Children’s Home in Pennsylvania before receiving a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Phoenix in 2007.

Her background spans inpatient units, addiction recovery programs, in-home crisis work, outpatient and intensive outpatient services, hospice support for children and teens, and private practice in San Francisco from 2012 to 2019. That variety of settings has informed a flexible, person-focused style that blends evidence-based techniques with an emphasis on hearing each person’s full truth. She encourages prospective clients to interview therapists to find the best fit and is willing to answer questions about the process and what type of support might help most.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Grief Depression

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Caregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Nicole Forester have?

Nicole Forester has 16 years of experience in mental health care across inpatient, outpatient, addiction, hospice, and private practice settings.

Is Nicole Forester a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds LPC and LPCC credentials. LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor and LPCC stands for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. Her license details are CO LPC 0017273 and CA LPCC 640.

In which languages does Nicole Forester provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Nicole Forester located?

Nicole Forester is located in Colorado.

How can I work with Nicole Forester as my therapist?

You can work with Nicole Forester through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Nicole Forester work with international clients?

Nicole Forester does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Nicole Forester 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 with therapy 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 Support

Nicole integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside client-centered principles to tailor support to each person’s needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) teaches practical ways to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and committed action; it is often helpful for anxiety, stress, and coping with life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and mood-related concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and collaboration so that the person feels heard and guided rather than directed, which supports work on relationships, self-esteem, and identity concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Nicole works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their goals, preferences, and life situation. She tailors interventions over time, combining techniques as needed to address specific difficulties.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for busy schedules, geographic limitations, and different comfort levels with communication. These options make it easier to keep consistent appointments, maintain momentum between sessions, and access a licensed professional from wherever a person is located in Colorado.

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