- Trauma informed
- Cognitive behavioral
- Strength based
About Nicole
Nicole Codagnone is a Pennsylvania LCSW with nine years of clinical experience. She works with adults on issues such as trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, anger, parenting strain, and life transitions. Sessions focus on practical skills and realistic strategies for day-to-day challenges.
She draws on a trauma-informed, strength-based perspective and uses cognitive behavioral ideas in sessions. That means conversations often include identifying thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going, then testing small changes to see what helps. Play-based techniques are used when appropriate from her background with children and adolescents, adapted to adult concerns where useful.
Nicole emphasizes building rapport first so clients feel understood before tackling difficult topics. Early sessions typically map what matters most and set short-term goals. Later work can include practicing new responses to anger, improving sleep routines, or managing stress at work.
Her background includes community mental health, outpatient therapy, and school- and home-based work. That range informs a practical approach to everyday problems like workplace stress, caregiver strain, and communication difficulties. She also supports people coping with grief, addiction, and attention differences.
Nicole keeps language straightforward in sessions and focuses on actionable steps rather than jargon. She blends evidence-based techniques with a focus on client strengths and preferences. Outside work she enjoys exercise, baking, and time with family.
How therapeutic techniques translate to online sessions
Nicole uses a trauma-informed lens and cognitive behavioral ideas in her work. A trauma-informed lens means noticing how past stress can affect current reactions and pacing the work so people feel able to proceed. Cognitive behavioral techniques focus on spotting patterns of thinking and testing small behavior changes to reduce anger, anxiety, or low mood.She also brings a strength-based focus, which means identifying personal resources and skills clients already use. That helps shape practical steps to manage anger, improve sleep, or handle workplace stress. Deciding which techniques to use is collaborative; she and the client will try approaches and adjust based on what works and what feels manageable.
Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week and reduce travel time. They can also allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, or let someone join from a different room if that makes attendance easier. Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm the available online and in-person options before booking so sessions can be arranged to match your needs and daily routine.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does she address?
She works with anger related to relationships, workplace frustration, resentment, and responses to past trauma.
What is her general approach in sessions?
Her approach is trauma informed and strength based, using cognitive behavioral ideas to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has nine years of experience working in community mental health, outpatient settings, and school and home environments.
What credentials and location does she hold?
She is a Pennsylvania LCSW and practices in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed in the biography.
How are sessions paid for and how do I start?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete the matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.