Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) Therapy
I provide evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for children, adolescents, and adults experiencing OCD, anxiety, and related mental health concerns. My approach combines a warm, collaborative therapeutic relationship with structured, practical strategies to help individuals make meaningful changes in their daily lives.
I offer in-person therapy in Westchester County, NY, including Harrison, White Plains, Rye, Scarsdale, Mamaroneck, Purchase, New Rochelle, Tarrytown, Pleasantville, Chappaqua, and surrounding Westchester communities, as well as clients throughout New York State via telehealth. Treatment is tailored to each person's needs and may include CBT, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and other evidence-based interventions.
Additionally, I have experience treating body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) and have published literature on this topic.
Therapy Services
OCD Treatment
OCD can involve intrusive thoughts, unwanted images or urges, compulsions, and attempts to gain certainty or prevent feared outcomes. I specialize in evidence-based OCD treatment using CBT and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) to help individuals change their responses to OCD and reduce the impact it has on their lives.
Learn more about OCD treatment.
Anxiety Treatment
Anxiety can interfere with daily life when worry, avoidance, reassurance-seeking, or other attempts to manage discomfort begin to reinforce the anxiety cycle. Treatment focuses on understanding the patterns that maintain anxiety and developing new ways to respond to anxious thoughts, feelings, and situations.
Learn more about anxiety treatment.
Other Concerns I Treat
In addition to OCD and anxiety disorders, I work with individuals experiencing:
Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) and body image concerns
Panic attacks
Social anxiety
Health anxiety
Body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs), including hair pulling and skin picking
Perfectionism
Depressive disorders
Treatment for Children, Teens, and Adults
I work with children, adolescents, and adults, tailoring treatment to each individual's developmental level, needs, and goals. When working with children and teens, I collaborate with parents to help them support treatment goals and encourage the practice of therapeutic skills at home and school.
Intensive OCD Treatment: In-Home ERP
For individuals who would benefit from additional support practicing ERP in real-life settings, I offer intensive in-home ERP sessions at an additional cost. These sessions provide opportunities to practice facing OCD triggers in the environments where symptoms occur, with individualized guidance and support.
In-home ERP is available for children, teens, and adults in Westchester County, NY, and surrounding areas.
My Approach
My therapeutic approach is compassionate and warm, creating a space where clients feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood. I’m actively engaged throughout our work together, offering thoughtful reflections and guidance rather than sitting back passively. At the same time, my style is structured and actionable — I help you translate insights into concrete steps that support real change in your daily life. These structured and actionable plans are rooted in evidence-based interventions, ensuring that the strategies we use have a strong foundation in research and best practices. Above all, I’m consistently supportive, walking alongside you with steadiness and care as you navigate challenges, build skills, and move toward a more meaningful way of living.
FREE No-obligation Introductory Call
(15 minutes)
I offer a complimentary 15-minute phone or video consultation so we can briefly connect, discuss what brings you to therapy, and explore whether working together feels like a good match. During this call, you’re welcome to share what you’re hoping for, ask questions about my approach, and learn more about how I work. I can also provide information about scheduling, fees, and next steps. This is not a therapy session, but rather a chance for us to get to know one another and ensure you feel comfortable moving forward.
Psychological Consultation and Evaluation (60 minutes)
As a new patient, we will begin with a psychological evaluation to assess and understand your past and current mental health symptoms and presentation. We will discuss your history plus the best therapeutic treatment options that would suit your needs using a Cognitive Behavioral Treatment Model.
Follow up sessions (50 minutes)
Frequency of sessions are flexible and are tailored based on needs and resources. To sustain progress, we will address your psychological and behavioral challenges and collaboratively work towards a tailored individualized treatment plan with specific goals. Expect evidence-based treatment and action steps for your diagnosis.
CBT & ERP Consultation for Therapists
Dr. Nicole is able to offer Cognitive Behavior Therapy consultation services for therapists providing clinical care. Supervision and case consultation can be utilized for assistance with your clinical caseload as well as to help develop specific clinical skills and keeping up to date with the most evidence based interventions. For example, consultation with Dr. Nicole can help you sharpen and more confidently deliver Cognitive Behavioral Treatments such as Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and phobias, understand the practical evidence related to the diet-mental health relationship, and/or to help with case conceptualization. Dr. Nicole is available for ongoing consultation meetings as well as more targeted, short-term consultation. Schedule here to book your supervision and consultation appointment today!
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