Nicole Johnson, ASW

Nicole believes that helping one person heal is the first step to helping future generations thrive.

Nicole's approach to therapy is client-centered and compassionate, with each session guided by the unique needs and goals of the individuals she works with. She strives to create a space where children, teens, and parents feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes. Together, they explore challenges and discover coping skills that promote growth, healing, and resilience.

Nicole utilizes therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance Therapy to support clients in working through anxiety, depression, behavioral struggles, and trauma. She believes that small steps lead to big changes and celebrates victories along the way.

Nicole is particularly passionate about helping parents navigate the complexities of raising children and addressing the strains that can arise in family dynamics. Through collaboration and empathy, she supports families in building stronger connections and fostering healthier communication patterns.

TRAINING & EDUCATION

Nicole holds a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Central Florida and a Bachelor’s Degree in Family and Human Development with a minor in Gender Studies from Arizona State University.

Her training includes two extensive internships:

• Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program: Providing therapy for adolescents navigating complex behavioral and emotional challenges.

• Mental Health Crisis Center: Supporting individuals in crisis situations, developing crisis intervention skills, and providing immediate emotional support.

Nicole’s professional background also includes experience in a therapeutic preschool setting, volunteering with women in crisis at a domestic violence hotline, and working with diverse populations, including teens, children, families, women, and the LGBTQ community.

PERSONAL CONNECTION

Nicole is driven by a deep passion for helping others, which inspired her to become a therapist. She finds joy in the small victories her clients achieve and values the lessons she learns from each person she has the honor of working with. Nicole’s self-care practices include spending time with her children, hiking, running, crafting, and finding moments of peace through bubble baths and deep breathing.

At Generational Wellness, Nicole believes in the power of healing to break cycles of trauma and create healthier futures. She is committed to the idea that by helping one person heal, we can positively impact generations to come.