About Nikki
Nikki Goins offers a collaborative, evidence-based approach to therapy that focuses on practical tools and clear steps. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and aims to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, anger, and self-esteem concerns. Nikki writes in plain language and keeps sessions focused on what will help day-to-day functioning.
She uses proven methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy to address symptoms and build coping skills.
How Nikki works
Sessions often include learning simple strategies for emotional regulation, shifting unhelpful thinking patterns, and setting realistic goals. The work is collaborative - she helps people try approaches and adjust them to fit real life. Nikki has four years of clinical experience.
She has spent that time working with people affected by substance use, impulsivity, mood disorders, obsessive thoughts and compulsions, phobias, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety, codependency, guilt and shame. That background informs a practical focus on skills that can reduce distress and improve daily routines.
Her training and license are listed as LCSW, with licensure in New Mexico and Texas noted in her credentials. She currently practices from Florida and speaks English. Therapy with Nikki typically emphasizes short-term strategies and longer-term skill building.
She encourages people to notice small changes, track progress, and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time for scheduling flexibility.
What Nikki works with
The areas below are the ones Nikki selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Anger management
Also listed
Training and background
| Register | LCSW |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 4 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Florida |
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Online support options
How evidence-based methods translate to online care
Many of the approaches Nikki uses are practical tools you can learn and practice in sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression. CBT is useful for managing worry, mood shifts, and obsessive thinking.Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches specific skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. These skills help when strong emotions, impulsivity, or relationship tensions interfere with daily life. Solution-Focused Brief Therapy centers on setting clear, small goals and using existing strengths to create change in a few focused sessions.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That means trying strategies, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan together.
For practical matters, confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It also supports working on real-life problems between meetings, since skills can be practiced in daily routines rather than only in the office.
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A practical next step
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