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Nicole Akselrad
Counselor, BA, MA, LPCC

Nicole Akselrad

Counselor, BA, MA, LPCC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
509 North Zerex Street, Suite 105, Fraser, CO 80442
Let's Connect (970) 447-2009
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I learned something following a mentor of mine, “life is never made unbearable by circumstances, but only by lack of meaning and purpose.” This has been a foundation for me and a belief that I feel can best support individuals along their journeys. This belief coupled with a genuine and empathetic counseling relationship are factors that I feel can help facilitate re-connection and self discovery while repairing the self of past wounds. Mindfulness and curiosity can help bring awareness to feelings of angst and sadness that reside within us. My hope is that I can help you to navigate through life, despite its circumstances.
I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. As an existential and humanistic therapist, I often use narrative therapy which aims to help individuals separate from the problems they are facing, allowing you to externalize issues rather than internalize them. Within each unique story, there is meaning and purpose.
I find that having a strong therapeutic relationship with your therapist is the key for growth. Without it, it can often feel difficult and uncomfortable to be fully vulnerable or open up. By creating a sacred, safe and empathetic environment, I hope to help individuals bring the unconscious to the conscious. My hope is that in doing so, you will feel free!
Call or Nicole Akselrad now for a free 15 minute consultation - (970) 447-2009

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Create Connectivity Counseling

509 North Zerex Street

Suite 105

Fraser, CO 80442 map

(970) 447-2009

1019 8th Street

Golden, CO 80401 map

$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Let's Connect (970) 447-2009
Photo of Nicole Akselrad, Counselor, BA, MA, LPCC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Create Connectivity Counseling

509 North Zerex Street

Suite 105

Fraser, CO 80442 map

(970) 447-2009

1019 8th Street

Golden, CO 80401 map

$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $125
  • Couple Sessions $175
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Insurance

  • Anthem
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Colorado Access
  • Health First Colorado
  • Medicaid
  • Optum
  • Rocky Mountain Health Plans
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
"
Please reach out with any questions regarding sliding scale and cost. I am always happy to work with individuals to keep therapy affordable and accessible!
Photo of Nicole Akselrad, Counselor, BA, MA, LPCC
Nicole Akselrad
Counselor, BA, MA, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (970) 447-2009
"
Please reach out with any questions regarding sliding scale and cost. I am always happy to work with individuals to keep therapy affordable and accessible!
Photo of Nicole Akselrad, Counselor, BA, MA, LPCC
Nicole Akselrad
Counselor, BA, MA, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (970) 447-2009

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Colorado / LPCC.0020590 Nicole Akselrad
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended University of Denver, Counseling Psychology, Clinical Mental Health, Graduated 2023
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Embody Lab - Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy 2024
  • Certificate from Evergreen Certified Trauma Professional (CPT) 2024
"
Trauma specialist, previous substance use experience. Pranayama breathwork teacher and facilitator and somatic trauma therapy certification.
Photo of Nicole Akselrad, Counselor, BA, MA, LPCC
Nicole Akselrad
Counselor, BA, MA, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (970) 447-2009
"
Trauma specialist, previous substance use experience. Pranayama breathwork teacher and facilitator and somatic trauma therapy certification.
Photo of Nicole Akselrad, Counselor, BA, MA, LPCC
Nicole Akselrad
Counselor, BA, MA, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (970) 447-2009

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Body Positivity
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Child
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Drug Abuse
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Nicole Akselrad
Counselor, BA, MA, LPCC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (970) 447-2009
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Nicole Akselrad
Counselor, BA, MA, LPCC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (970) 447-2009

5 Endorsements

Savannah Weatherington
Savannah Weatherington
Licensed Professional CounselorMALPCR-DMTLPCC
Nicole's unwavering dedication to helping clients find meaning and healing is truly inspiring. I wholeheartedly recommend Nicole for her empathetic and transformative counseling. She creates a safe, nurturing space for profound self-discovery and growth.
Cayle Adams
Cayle Adams
CounselorLPCC
Nicole is that oh so rare combination of relational warmth and depth of perception in a therapist!
Haley Ruth Bagley
Haley Ruth Bagley
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
Nicole strikes a wonderful balance of warmth and gentleness, with teaching and challenge. Nicole has supported some individuals who also see me for couples therapy, and I always notice tangible, meaningful growth in those clients!
Sarah Bilinovich
Sarah Bilinovich
Clinical Social Work CandidateMSWSWC
Nicole is a compassionate and skilled therapist who integrates somatic and mindfulness techniques to help clients deeply connect with themselves. Her warm and grounded presence creates a safe space for healing and personal transformation.
Kaia Fischer
Kaia Fischer
Licensed Professional Counselor CandidateBALPCCMA
Nicole's positive energy creates a supportive environment in which the therapeutic process can flourish naturally. Her exceptional approach is supported by continuous training and theory engagement to nurture a variety of presenting concerns.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

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

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

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

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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I take a mind-body approach to therapy that explores the whole person in all our complexities! I bring dual awareness into the space, which involves attention to present-moment experiences while simultaneously recalling memories of the past that have left wounds.
Photo of Nicole Akselrad, Counselor, BA, MA, LPCC
Nicole Akselrad
Counselor, BA, MA, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (970) 447-2009
"
I take a mind-body approach to therapy that explores the whole person in all our complexities! I bring dual awareness into the space, which involves attention to present-moment experiences while simultaneously recalling memories of the past that have left wounds.
Photo of Nicole Akselrad, Counselor, BA, MA, LPCC
Nicole Akselrad
Counselor, BA, MA, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (970) 447-2009

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Create Connectivity Counseling

509 North Zerex Street

Suite 105

Fraser, CO 80442

(970) 447-2009

Additional Location

1019 8th Street

Golden, CO 80401

(970) 447-2009
Photo of Nicole Akselrad, Counselor, BA, MA, LPCC
Nicole Akselrad
Counselor, BA, MA, LPCC
Call for a free consultation now - (970) 447-2009
Photo of Nicole Akselrad, Counselor, BA, MA, LPCC
Nicole Akselrad
Counselor, BA, MA, LPCC
Call for a free consultation now - (970) 447-2009