Cristina Nicolau
Licensed Therapist, MA, LPC
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My approach to treating OCD is very collaborative. I'll co-create a therapeutic plan of action with you that challenges you without being overwhelming. My intention is to keep you involved in your own healing throughout the process. You are in a great place to receive support for your symptoms. My intention is to help you feel better long term, and I'm committed to helping you figure out what will support that. Beyond OCD, I've been trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, and trauma-focused yoga therapy.
My approach to treating OCD is very collaborative. I'll co-create a therapeutic plan of action with you that challenges you without being overwhelming. My intention is to keep you involved in your own healing throughout the process. You are in a great place to receive support for your symptoms. My intention is to help you feel better long term, and I'm committed to helping you figure out what will support that. Beyond OCD, I've been trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, and trauma-focused yoga therapy.
Location
Licensed in Connecticut, District of Columbia, New Jersey
About
Clinical Expertise
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Phobias, Body dysmorphic disorder, Skin picking, Hair pulling, Nail biting, Tics, Children and Adolescents
LGBTQ+ affirming
Cultural competencies
Agnosticism, Atheism, Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism
Education
Kean University
Insurance
Plans accepted by Cristina
Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Ascension SmartHealth, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont, Cigna, ClaimDOC, Claritev (MultiPlan) PHCS, Curative, Forest County Potawatomi, GEHA, Horizon BCBS, Imagine Health, Independence Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Medical Mutual, Meritain Health, Partners Direct Health, UHC Student Services, UMR, UMR - The Alliance, United Health Care Student Services, United Healthcare,
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Why our members love working with Cristina
S.M.
Good experienceTherapy is going well. I appreciate speaking to Cristina. I feel heard. Therapy is work and it's not easy, but the support and tools Cristina provides gives me hope to believe in myself and I will get through it. Thank you Cristina.
H.H.
Good experienceChristina is absolutely wonderful. She has truly created a safe space for me and I genuinely look forward to meeting with her, even when the work we’re doing is hard. I always know she has my back and she genuinely makes me feel good about the work and progress i’m making. I couldn’t have asked for someone better.
S.M.
Good experienceGreat Session.Understanding and helpful. Provided tools to help me navigate challenges, especially in these trying times.
N.M.
Good experienceChristina is the best! She’s helped me so much with both cognitive skills as well as somatic ones!
S.M.
Good experienceThis has been a life changing experience. Cristina is amazing! I appreciate her approach to therapy and the skills she provides during our sessions. I really see the benefits of therapy translate in real life. It’s not an easy process but certainly worth one taking. So glad to be with Cristina at NOCD. To Cristina’s Supervisor/Manager please give her a raise, a bonus, and access to self care so she can continue to go above and beyond for her clients. Seriously Cristina is AMAZING! 20 out of 10!
S.M.
Good experienceCristina is amazing! I feel very comfortable speaking with her.I feel like she understands how I communicate and provides excellent tools in helping me reach my goals. I look forward to speaking with her weekly. Even when I don't feel like Im progressing, Cristina reminds me of the tools to utilize. With Cristina’s help, I am realizing mental health is a journey thats not hopeless. Thank you to Cristina and whoever her supervisor is who assigned her to me. She is amazing.
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