Licensed clinical social worker recordIllinois
Nicole Sodawasser, LCSW
Illinois
Licensed clinical social worker - stress and grief
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Illinois
- LCSW, licence 149.018583
- NPI
- 1356157788
- Experience
- 25 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Illinois
These details come from information Nicole supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Stress and anxiety
- Caregiver concerns
About Nicole
Nicole Sodawasser is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois with 25 years of professional experience. She focuses on everyday pressures such as stress and anxiety, and on losses that bring grief and the need to adjust. She also addresses self-esteem and coping with life changes, as well as compassion fatigue.
Nicole prefers straightforward, practical conversations. She helps people name what feels overwhelming and tries to break problems into manageable steps. Sessions tend to focus on what is happening now and what can help in daily life.
Her approach centers on listening closely to each person's concerns and responding to what they say. Nicole uses client-centered therapy to follow the person's lead while offering observations and options for change. This can include talking through difficult feelings, testing small behavior changes, or developing clearer ways to communicate.
Nicole has worked in a range of settings over her career, which informs a down-to-earth style. She brings 25 years of experience to questions about mood, trauma reactions, attachment patterns, and caregiver stress. She also works with issues like body image, forgiveness, and communication problems.
People often come for help when a life shift feels hard to handle or when emotional strain affects work, family, or health. Nicole supports practical problem solving and clearer decision making. To begin, readers are invited to review online therapy options and complete the short matching questionnaire before scheduling a first session.
BHow sessions work
How client-centered methods translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on active listening and reflecting back what a person says. It helps people clarify feelings and priorities, which can be useful for stress, grief, and relationship or communication struggles. In practice this means sessions often involve open conversation led by the client, with the therapist offering summaries, questions, and practical suggestions.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Nicole will collaborate with each person to decide whether client-centered methods fit their needs and goals. That decision is revisited as therapy progresses and may lead to adjustments in how sessions are run or what is emphasized.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedule windows are limited. Some people prefer sessions without video for lower bandwidth or a simpler setup. Discussing practical preferences ahead of the first meeting helps shape sessions that fit everyday life.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes. She also focuses on compassion fatigue and related concerns.
What style of therapy does she use?
She uses Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes listening and responding to what the client brings each session. The approach supports making practical changes based on the client's goals.
How much experience does she have?
Nicole has 25 years of professional work experience. That background informs her practical approach to common life stresses.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois. Her listed location is Illinois.
Are sessions available in other languages or countries?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What formats are used for sessions?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the chosen subscription level.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers