Nicole Digironimo

Nicole Digironimo, a Licensed Professional Counselor with a PhD, is dedicated to facilitating change from within. She recognizes that asking individuals to embrace change is a significant challenge, which requires not only courage but also a collaborative effort between herself and her clients. The strong rapport she builds with each client is essential to this therapeutic process. Nicole provides a nurturing environment for her clients to delve into their underlying feelings, thoughts, and behaviors, empowering them on their journey of transformation. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from William Paterson University in 1996, followed by her Master's degree in Counseling Psychology in May 2000 from New Jersey City University. Nicole obtained her licenses as a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor in 2003. Her approach to treatment is significantly shaped by psychoanalysis and reality therapy, while also incorporating elements of Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy. With experience across a broad range of settings—including substance abuse programs, intensive in-home community services, juvenile detention centers, school-based programs, and outpatient counseling—Nicole is well-equipped to address the complexities of trauma and PTSD, anxiety, and substance use. She utilizes a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Expressive Arts, EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), tailoring her approach to meet the unique needs of adolescents, adults, and elders.