Nicole Summers-DuBois, LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Family and relationship support
Works with teens and families
Compassionate practical coping skills

About Nicole Summers-DuBois

Nicole Summers-DuBois is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Massachusetts who blends professional training with broad life experience. She earned her master’s degree as a non-traditional student at age 50 and brings that perspective to her clinical work, honoring the effort it takes to ask for help. With five years of clinical experience, she has focused much of her practice on helping families and teens improve communication, learn de-escalation techniques, and address relationship challenges as well as symptoms of depression and anxiety.

Nicole favors an eclectic approach that adapts to each person’s needs, often integrating practical coping skills and a light touch of humor to make sessions approachable and easier to talk through. She emphasizes respect and creating space for clients to share their stories, and she works collaboratively to develop tools clients can use between sessions. Her background working with families and adolescents informs a practical, solution-oriented style that aims to reduce conflict, strengthen connections, and support emotional wellbeing.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Depression

Also Specializes In

Addictions GriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteem Coping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Imago Relationship Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Nicole Summers-DuBois have?

Nicole Summers-DuBois has 5 years of experience in clinical practice.

Is Nicole Summers-DuBois a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LMFT credential, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and is licensed in Massachusetts under MA LMFT 1814.

In which languages does Nicole Summers-DuBois provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Nicole Summers-DuBois located?

Nicole Summers-DuBois is located in Massachusetts.

How can I work with Nicole Summers-DuBois as my therapist?

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

Does Nicole Summers-DuBois work with international clients?

Yes, Nicole Summers-DuBois works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Nicole Summers-DuBois 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.

Approaches That Guide Online Sessions

Nicole often draws from Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) to meet clients where they are. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy and acceptance, helping individuals build self-awareness and confidence while addressing life transitions and self-esteem concerns. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be especially useful for managing anxiety, depression, and stress through practical skills and homework. EFT centers on emotions and attachment needs, making it a helpful approach for couples and family members who want to improve connection, reduce recurring conflict, and strengthen intimacy.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Nicole works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best fit their goals, preferences, and circumstances. She tailors tools and strategies over time to align with each person’s progress and needs.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage with a licensed professional. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction from home, phone sessions can be scheduled when video is not convenient, and live chat or text-based messaging provide shorter or more frequent touchpoints between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, accommodate different comfort levels, and access care across distances.

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