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Margaret Nichols
Psychologist, PhD
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Margaret Nichols

Psychologist, PhD

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2 Endorsed
Jersey City, NJ 07304
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I love being a therapist because it allows me to connect with diverse people in a deep, meaningful way and to have the privilege of helping them on their unique journeys. I'm a diplomate in sex therapy as well as a licensed psychologist, and I have over forty years of experience. In my part-time practice, I specialize in working with people with sexual issues, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and those practicing ethical nonmonogamy or involved in the kink community. I am well known for my work in these specialties and have published a book for psychotherapists, "The Modern Therapist's Guide to Working With LGBTQ+ Clients."
My therapeutic style is supportive, active and direct. In my work as a sex therapist and with members of the sex, gender, and relationship diverse community, I am expert in getting to the heart of the problem quickly. Because of this, therapy with me is often short-term and efficient.
Many clients return to me over decades, bringing friends and family. Within the limits of the therapist-client relationship, I get genuinely attached to my clients, sharing in their pain and rejoicing in their successes...caring deeply. And I'm old enough to be a little bit....well...wiser. Personally, I identify as queer, feminist, and a mother.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Nichols Counseling and Psychotherapy

Jersey City, NJ 07304

I offer virtual sessions, but I am only seeing new clients who fall within my specialty areas: sex therapy, LGBTQ, CNM/ENM, and kink
I specialize in Sex Therapy, LGBTQ+ and Open Relationships Non-Monogamy 
$200 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Margaret Nichols
Connect with Margaret Nichols
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Nichols Counseling and Psychotherapy

Jersey City, NJ 07304

I offer virtual sessions, but I am only seeing new clients who fall within my specialty areas: sex therapy, LGBTQ, CNM/ENM, and kink
I specialize in Sex Therapy, LGBTQ+ and Open Relationships Non-Monogamy 
$200 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Margaret Nichols

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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I do not accept insurance, but I can give you insurance reimbursable receipts(superbills) if you have out of network benefits. I charge $250 for the initial appointment and $200 thereafter.
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Margaret Nichols
Psychologist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
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I do not accept insurance, but I can give you insurance reimbursable receipts(superbills) if you have out of network benefits. I charge $250 for the initial appointment and $200 thereafter.
Photo of Margaret Nichols, Psychologist, PhD
Margaret Nichols
Psychologist, PhD
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New Jersey / 35S100184700 Margaret Nichols
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Columbia University, Graduated 1981
  • Additional Credentials

  • Licensed by State of New Jersey / 35S100184700
  • Certificate from AASECT Certified Sex Therapy Supervisor Certified Sex Therapist
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Margaret Nichols
Psychologist, PhD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience.
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Margaret Nichols
Psychologist, PhD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Sex Therapy
  • LGBTQ+
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Lesbian
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Substance Use
  • Transgender
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Margaret Nichols
Psychologist, PhD
Do these issues align with your needs?
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Margaret Nichols
Psychologist, PhD
Do these issues align with your needs?

2 Endorsements

Institute for Personal Growth
Institute for Personal Growth
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSWLPCLMFT
Dr Margaret Nichols is a pioneer and preeminent figure in the fields of LGBTQ+ and sex therapy. She has published countless articles, textbook chapters, and a book, and helped hundreds of clients from those communities and others over her 40+ year career.
Institute for Personal Growth — Jersey City
Institute for Personal Growth — Jersey City
PsychologistPhDLCSWLPCLMFT
Dr. Nichols is a pioneer in the field of psychology, especially sex therapy, LGBTQ+ issues, and poly, kink, BDSM, & polyamory. She literally wrote the book. Look on Amazon for "The Modern Clinician's Guide to Working with LGBTQ+ Clients". She's a legend!

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Feminist
  • Reality Therapy
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Margaret Nichols
Psychologist, PhD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like.
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Margaret Nichols
Psychologist, PhD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like.

Location

Primary Location

Nichols Counseling and Psychotherapy

Jersey City, NJ 07304

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I offer virtual sessions, but I am only seeing new clients who fall within my specialty areas: sex therapy, LGBTQ, CNM/ENM, and kink
Photo of Margaret Nichols, Psychologist, PhD
Margaret Nichols
Psychologist, PhD
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I offer virtual sessions, but I am only seeing new clients who fall within my specialty areas: sex therapy, LGBTQ, CNM/ENM, and kink
Photo of Margaret Nichols, Psychologist, PhD
Margaret Nichols
Psychologist, PhD