Lori
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MEd, LCMHCA
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Are you dreaming of a better relationship, a more satisfying career, relief from a mood disorder, or finding meaning after loss? My counseling approach is collaborative and strengths-based. With 14 years' mental health counseling experience, I provide warm, compassionate care grounded in humanistic principles with a practical, results-oriented focus.
I aim to help you can transform confusion and suffering into clarity and purpose. Drawing from CBT, solution-focused therapy, Gottman Method, ETF and mindfulness, I tailor my approach to meet your unique needs and goals. I offer 75-minute couples counseling for faster progress.
I believe every person has the capacity to move toward a richer, more fulfilling life, and compassionate professional support makes that journey significantly easier. In our work together, you'll find a grounded, kind presence and practical strategies that create real change.
Adults of all ages are welcome to contact me for a free 30-minute consultation.
Call or Email Lori Nicolaysen now for a free 15 minute consultation - (984) 768-9908
Let's Connect (984) 768-9908

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $155
Payment Methods
Cash, Check, Mastercard, Visa, Zelle
Lori Nicolaysen
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MEd, LCMHCA
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 768-9908
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of North Carolina / A21696 Supervised by Tara Darby (North Carolina / QS143568) Lori Nicolaysen
- Attended Lynchburg College, MEd, Graduated 1999
Education and Years In Practice
Lori Nicolaysen
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MEd, LCMHCA
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 768-9908
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Relationship Issues
- Career Counseling
Expertise
- Caregivers
- Depression
- Grief
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Parenting
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Lori Nicolaysen
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MEd, LCMHCA
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 768-9908
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Family / Marital
- Gottman Method
- Humanistic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
Lori Nicolaysen
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MEd, LCMHCA
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (984) 768-9908
Groups
8-Week CBT and Mindfulness Skills for Anxiety
Starts February 10th. Learn CBT skills and mindfulness practices to help reduce or prevent anxiety. Targeted toward graduate and health professions students but open to adults 18+. Virtual offering. Text or call 919-885-6366 to learn more.
Expertise
Anxiety
Types of Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$50
Group Meets
Every Tue 5 P.M. - 6:15 P.M.
Location
Durham, NC 27705
Email Lori Nicolaysen about this group or call - (984) 768-9908
Monthly dream work group
Using a variety of techniques and approaches, we work collectively to gain insights from dreams. Limit of 8 participants. Contact Lori to learn more.
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$50
Location
Durham, NC 27705
Email Lori Nicolaysen about this group or call - (984) 768-9908
Location
Additional Location
1316 Broad Street
Durham, NC 27705
(984) 768-9908Nearby Areas
Neighborhoods
Lori Nicolaysen
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MEd, LCMHCA
Call for a free consultation now - (984) 768-9908