Nicole Richardson
Counselor, LAC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Let's Connect (520) 779-2941
No single part of who you are tells the whole story. Your race, gender, sexuality, family roles, and life experiences all overlap, shaping how you move through the world. Sometimes those layers clash, leaving you anxious, exhausted, or unsure how to show up. Not to mention the expectations about identity that the external world places upon you. These pressures can make it hard to trust or understand yourself, but they can also point to areas where growth and clarity are possible. In therapy, we’ll unpack these tensions, aim for moments of clarity, and move you closer to making choices that feel authentic and grounded.
Therapy with me isn’t about polishing you—it’s about helping you see yourself clearly, honor your experiences, and move forward with confidence and authenticity. My approach is straight forward and supportive. I am empathetic and kind and can also be direct and no nonsense. We will celebrate what's working, identify what's not, and strategize action.
My goal is to help you eliminate the noise and feel more grounded and clear about the life you want. Therapy with me is both reflective and practical, a space to understand your story while also finding strategies that work for you, allowing you to grow and thrive, in the world. The process is about creating change that feels authentic and sustainable.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Nicole Richardson now - (520) 779-2941
Let's Connect (520) 779-2941
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $120
- Couple Sessions $150
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Apple Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Meridian
- Meritain Health
- Out of Network
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Arizona / 23662 Nicole Richardson
- Attended Arizona State University, Masters in Counseling, Graduated 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Part of Marley Mental Health
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Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Blind Allied ,
Deaf Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Blind Allied ,
Deaf Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Multicultural
Location
Additional Location
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(520) 779-2941Group Practice
Marley Mental Health