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Nicole McDonald

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

23 years of experience

Verified by Octave

Licensed

In New York

In-Network

Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Nicole

By using a proven process, I've helped countless individuals overcome challenges such as anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I have over 25 years of expertise in helping individuals navigate through life's toughest challenges. I'm passionate about helping people connect and find peace, and specialize in guiding my clients through a proven process that has transformed many lives. As a virtual therapist, I understand the power of connection and safety, even when it is mediated through technology. My virtual sessions are tailored to each individual's unique needs and provide a space for meaningful transformation. My approach to therapy is compassionate and empathetic. I create a warm and safe environment that allows my clients to explore their feelings, thoughts, and experiences without judgment. Through my work, I've gained a reputation for being a trusted and skilled clinician. My clients speak highly of my ability to help them find meaning and purpose in their lives. If you're ready to make a positive change, I'm here to support you every step of the way.

My virtual sessions are tailored to each individual's unique needs and provide a space for meaningful transformation.

Communication Style

  • Authentic
  • Empowering
  • Engaging
  • Open-minded
  • Solution-oriented

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Focus Areas

  • BIPOC
  • Parents
  • Veterans
  • Blended families
  • Students

Approach

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for New York residents

Good to know

Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Additional

Interests

Yoga, hiking, reading & travel. I love my family and my pets.

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

#78249 • New York • LCSW

Education

MSW - Social Work, Fordham University

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

What insurance do you have?

Frequently asked questions

Nicole McDonald accepts Mount Sinai Employee UMR (United Healthcare), Aetna, Centivo, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Prime Health, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Oscar, and UnitedHealthcare/Oxford/Optum. Octave clients pay an average of $28 per session through insurance, and more than 95% pay less than $45 per session. Your exact cost depends on your plan’s copay or deductible. You can use the cost estimator to see what you would pay before your first session. If you would rather pay out of pocket, self-pay sessions in New York are estimated at $180-250 per session.

Nicole McDonald is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Nicole is licensed to practice in New York, so clients located in New York can book sessions. Nicole’s New York license number is 78249, and you can look it up through the state licensing board. Octave verifies every therapist’s license before they begin seeing clients, and licenses are kept current as a condition of practicing with Octave.

Nicole McDonald has been practicing therapy for 23 years. Nicole’s education and training include MSW - Social Work, Fordham University. Over that time, Nicole has worked closely with BIPOC, Parents, Veterans, Blended families, and Students. Octave therapists average more than a decade of experience, and Nicole is part of that group.

Nicole McDonald works with BIPOC, Parents, Veterans, Blended families, and Students and specializes in ADHD, Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Issues, Animal Loss, Anxiety, Caregiver Burnout, Couples Therapy, Depression, Divorce, Family Conflict, Family Therapy, Relationship Concerns, Stress, Women's Issues, and Workplace Stress. These are the areas where Nicole spends most of their clinical time. Nicole also sees couples and families together in joint sessions. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Nicole is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Nicole McDonald draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Nicole’s style is authentic, empowering, engaging, open-minded, and solution-oriented. In Nicole’s words: “My virtual sessions are tailored to each individual's unique needs and provide a space for meaningful transformation.”

Nicole McDonald offers therapy in English.

Nicole McDonald offers online sessions over secure video, so you can meet from home or any private space. Nicole is licensed in New York, and you need to be located in that state at the time of each session. All you need is a device with a camera and a stable internet connection.

Your first session with Nicole McDonald is a chance to talk through what brought you to therapy and what you want to work on. Nicole will ask about your background, your current concerns, and your goals, and together you will start shaping a plan for your sessions. It is also a chance to see whether Nicole’s style feels like a good fit for you. After their first session, 9 in 10 Octave clients say their therapy experience has been good or better.

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