- Person-centered approach
- Practical coping strategies
- Mindfulness and CBT
About Nicole
Dr. Nicole Livingston is a New Jersey psychologist with 24 years of experience. She uses a person-centered style that keeps conversations focused on the goals each person brings to therapy. Her work commonly addresses stress, anxiety, anger, depression, ADHD, sleep problems, parenting strain, and self-esteem concerns.
She blends client-centered care with cognitive behavioral methods to help people notice thoughts and behaviors that get in the way. Mindfulness practices and solution-focused strategies are added when they fit a person's needs and preferences. Sessions aim to be practical and straightforward, so people leave with clear steps they can try between meetings.
Dr. Livingston has worked across many settings and with varied concerns, including aging and geriatric issues, caregiving stress, chronic illness and pain, autism spectrum concerns, and codependency. That background informs how she tailors approaches to long-term conditions and life transitions. She also has experience supporting people facing fertility, hospice, and end-of-life questions.
Her style is warm and nonjudgmental. People can expect a collaborative conversation where their priorities shape the focus of care. For those new to therapy, she outlines options and helps choose methods that match personal goals.
Dr. Livingston holds the credential NJ Psychologist 35SI00406600 and works with adults in New Jersey. Sessions are provided in English and international clients are accepted. To begin, visitors are asked to complete the site questionnaire and schedule a session based on availability.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy puts the person's goals and preferences first. In practice this means the therapist listens closely, reflects concerns, and lets the person guide what to focus on during sessions. This approach helps when someone needs support that fits their daily life and values.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches people to notice thoughts and behaviors that contribute to stress and mood problems. CBT often includes simple exercises and small behavior changes people can try between meetings, which can help with anxiety, sleep issues, and mood symptoms.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk through options, try methods that match a person's needs, and adjust plans as progress is made. Clients and the therapist decide together what feels most useful.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make scheduling easier and reduce travel time, letting sessions fit around work, school, or caregiving duties. It also allows people to practice skills in their everyday settings and to check in more flexibly when life gets busy.
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Experience
24+ years
Credentials
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Dr. Livingston help with?
She addresses stress, anxiety, depression, anger, ADHD, sleep problems, parenting strain, self-esteem, and coping with life changes, among other related issues.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her work is person-centered and collaborative, using cognitive behavioral approaches and mindfulness when useful to set clear, practical steps between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 24 years of experience working with a wide range of concerns and populations across different care settings.
What credential does she hold and where is she located?
She is listed as NJ Psychologist 35SI00406600 and practices in New Jersey.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are accepted; check scheduling and time zone details when arranging appointments.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to get started?
Click the Start Therapy button, fill out a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.