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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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Allison Nichols

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)

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Available both in-person and online
400 Green Bay Road Kenilworth, IL 60043
Hello, I'm Allison! When you work with me, you will have a safe and welcoming space to express yourself. I utilize humor, patience, kindness, and unconditional positive regard to strengthen the therapeutic bond. I believe that if someone wants their life to change, they have to initiate change. I strive to help my clients on that journey at their chosen pace. As your therapist, I can help you gain insight into the problems you face and develop personalized tools and techniques to feel more in control and empowered.
You can find a complete list of my specialties on my profile, but the issue areas I tend to work with the most are anxiety, OCD, life transitions and stress, PTSD and trauma, and emotional regulation.
My goal and purpose as a therapist is to allow my clients space to process their thoughts and emotions, and encourage growth and positive change. I find joy in empowering my clients through an eclectic approach.
Call or Allison Nichols now for a free 15 minute consultation - (224) 219-1107 x1

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Inspire Counseling Center

400 Green Bay Road

Kenilworth, IL 60043 map

(224) 219-1107 x1

Inspire Counseling Center

911 Church Street

Evanston, IL 60201 map

My website
Reach out to schedule a FREE 15-minute consult to get started and see if we are a good fit! Available virtually and in person.
I specialize in Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) and Life Transitions 
$185 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (224) 219-1107 x1
Photo of Allison Nichols, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Inspire Counseling Center

400 Green Bay Road

Kenilworth, IL 60043 map

(224) 219-1107 x1

Inspire Counseling Center

911 Church Street

Evanston, IL 60201 map

My website
Reach out to schedule a FREE 15-minute consult to get started and see if we are a good fit! Available virtually and in person.
I specialize in Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) and Life Transitions 
$185 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $185

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Medicare
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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Allison Nichols
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (224) 219-1107 x1
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Allison Nichols
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (224) 219-1107 x1

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 149.030476 Allison Nichols
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 3 years
  • Attended University of Wisconsin Madison, Master of Social Work, Graduated 2023
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign BA / 2021
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Allison Nichols
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (224) 219-1107 x1
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Allison Nichols
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (224) 219-1107 x1

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Burnout
  • Career Counseling
  • Child
  • College Students
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Allison Nichols
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (224) 219-1107 x1
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Allison Nichols
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (224) 219-1107 x1

2 Endorsements

Lindsey Klepper
Lindsey Klepper
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Allison is a caring and generous therapist who supports her clients with her expertise. Her use of CBT and DBT helps her clients reach their goals in therapy. Her blend of warmth and clinical experience offers her clients a safe environment to grow.
Rachael Krajewski
Rachael Krajewski
Licensed Professional CounselorMALPC
Allison is someone I can always trust when it comes to a referral. Her immense warmth, professional experience, and client-centered approach make her especially effective at connecting with children, adolescents, and young adults.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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My main focuses are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). I use a "client-centered" therapeutic approach which means I allow and trust my clients to set the pace and tone of our sessions. I value a strengths-based perspective that focuses on shining a light on the client's strengths and using that positivity to create change.
Photo of Allison Nichols, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Allison Nichols
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 219-1107 x1
"
My main focuses are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). I use a "client-centered" therapeutic approach which means I allow and trust my clients to set the pace and tone of our sessions. I value a strengths-based perspective that focuses on shining a light on the client's strengths and using that positivity to create change.
Photo of Allison Nichols, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Allison Nichols
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (224) 219-1107 x1

Location

Primary Location

Inspire Counseling Center

400 Green Bay Road

Kenilworth, IL 60043

(224) 219-1107 x1

Additional Location

Inspire Counseling Center

911 Church Street

Evanston, IL 60201

(224) 219-1107 x1
"
Reach out to schedule a FREE 15-minute consult to get started and see if we are a good fit! Available virtually and in person.
Photo of Allison Nichols, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Allison Nichols
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (224) 219-1107 x1
"
Reach out to schedule a FREE 15-minute consult to get started and see if we are a good fit! Available virtually and in person.
Photo of Allison Nichols, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Allison Nichols
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (224) 219-1107 x1