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Nicole Merhaut, LMFT

Licensed family therapist for anxiety and relationships
  • CBT and solution-focused
  • Family and parenting
  • Anxiety and stress

About Nicole Merhaut

Nicole Merhaut is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Florida. Born and raised in California, she earned a Bachelor of Psychology from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona in 2009 and completed a Master of Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University in 2015. She also completed certifications in Applied Behavior Analysis and in Addictive and Compulsive Behaviors in 2016 and 2017.

Nicole has eight years of experience working in community mental health settings, supporting children, individuals, couples, and families in roles such as Targeted Case Manager and Master Level Practitioner before becoming an LMFT. Her clinical work includes treating anxiety, depression, anger management, family conflict and co-parenting issues, substance misuse, autism spectrum disorder, coping with medical conditions including Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, eating-related concerns, and self-harm.

She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to explore how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence daily life, and on Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients build practical, goal-oriented steps toward change. Nicole offers a warm, caring, and non-judgmental therapeutic style and works collaboratively with clients to support progress toward their goals.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteem

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problems

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Nicole Merhaut have?

Nicole Merhaut has 8 years of experience.

Is Nicole Merhaut a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LMFT credential, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details are FL LMFT MT3677.

In which languages does Nicole Merhaut provide therapy?

Nicole Merhaut provides therapy in English.

Where is Nicole Merhaut located?

Nicole Merhaut is located in Florida.

How can I work with Nicole Merhaut as my therapist?

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

Does Nicole Merhaut work with international clients?

Nicole Merhaut does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Nicole Merhaut 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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

Nicole uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that affect mood and daily functioning. This approach is practical and often helpful for anxiety, depression, stress, and patterns that interfere with everyday life.

She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy, a goal-directed method that concentrates on the present and future to build small, actionable steps toward specific outcomes. This approach supports clients who want focused, short-term work on clearly defined goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Nicole works collaboratively with each person to identify the techniques and pace that best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she will consider input from other licensed professionals or therapists when appropriate.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexible access to care. These options make it easier to schedule appointments around work, family, or health needs and allow clients to engage in therapy from locations that work best for them.

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