Resilient is the new "Strong"
Resilient is the new "Strong"
Black Obsidian is a strong, versatile black crystal that can be shaped and transformed into many things: tools, weapons, jewelry, etc.
As a healing crystal it has been believed to provide clarity, remove negative energy and protect from negative energy.
In spirit of this stone, Obsidian Therapy works to build resiliency in clients allowing them to transform themselves in a manner that better equips them to navigate many of life’s unpredictable moments.
Nicole Sommersville is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in family and intimate relationships, anxiety, depression, stress and anger management, self-esteem, goal attainment, and life transitions. Nicole offers divorce mediation as well as therapy for individuals, couples, and families.
After over 7 years of providing a non-judgmental, collaborative space for a diverse range of clients, Nicole has experience working with people facing challenges unique to the BIPOC and LGBTQ community. An Air Force veteran, Nicole has worked in a variety of mental health settings, including a men’s correctional facility.
Nicole describes her approach to therapy and life as loving, fair, and informal. Her clients can feel safe speaking freely and authentically without sugar coating or censoring. Nicole strives to ensure her clients show up as their true authentic selves so that she can address their unique challenges to bring about the change they desire. Nicole can help clients overcome feelings of inferiority, accept the hurdles of life, consider all options, and work towards positive change.
Born and raised in Pomona, California, Nicole completed a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology during her 8 years of active duty service in the United States Air Force and went on to pursue her master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Northcentral University. She is currently working towards her doctorate at Northcentral University’s Marriage and Family Therapy PhD program, with a specialization in military families. Aside from her work as a LMFT, Nicole also prides herself on her adventurous spirit and roles as a wife and mom.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I am equipped to treat a wide-range of mental health needs. Whether you are dealing with mental health needs for yourself or are the loved one of someone with mental illness and wish to learn more about their mental health needs to better support them and strengthen your family functioning, I can help or steer you in the direction of someone who can.
Couples counseling to break patterns of dysfunction, improve communication, overcome infidelity/ rebuild trust ect. Also for those overcoming heartbreak, and trying to prepare themselves for future relationships.
Feeling overwhelmed? Difficult shutting your brain off from the daily stressors and tasks in you life?
Difficulty with managing relationships with friends/ family, romantic partners and toxic behaviors such as poor boundaries, manipulation, abusive behaviors
Looking for a change? Wishing to grow as an individual for a happier, healthier you? Ready for some kind of change, but not sure where to start?
Situational cases such a loss of a loved one, a series of unfortunate events that make you think "what else could go wrong?", or more chronic cases due to trauma, abandonment, or other long-term factors
Has anger become your default setting? Have you been taught either consciously or subconsciously that anger is the only acceptable emotion? That other emotions are signs of weakness?
There is no “one-size fit all” method to therapy. The most effective approach to address the presenting problem may be a combination of interventions from various frameworks.
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I try to make this experience as comfortable as possible for you. It can be difficult to share very personal and intimate details about yourself, but we’ll go at a pace that is comfortable for you. I invite you to speak freely and authentically as we build our rapport and identify your therapeutic goals. My job is to listen to you, identify patterns of behavior that are contributing to the distress or barrier to success and offering you emotional support and encouragement through the process. Like a BFF, I will challenge you when needed, but only and always in your best interest, with a drizzle or spoonful of psychoeducation and coping skills.
This really is case-by-case basis. Situational therapeutic goals normally resolve within a few months whereas more deeply-rooted maladaptive behaviors or trauma can take years. Clients who are able to engage in therapy more frequently and reinforce the tools and techniques used between sessions are likely to see results sooner.
There are currently revisions being made to the “No Surprises Act” as it pertains to behavioral healthcare. At this moment, individuals will be provided Good Faith Estimates for services if they if they plan on paying out-of-pocket or submitting to a medical insurance provider for reimbursement. This is a fluid situation, and we are making all attempts to be in compliance with this requirement.
Since we will be meeting via virtual technology, I provide HIPPA compliant video-conferencing and recordkeeping software. Additionally, I strive to provide a quiet space with minimal interruptions. However, I cannot guarantee the disruptions that may be on the client end of video. It is recommended that clients engage in session in an environment that affords them the privacy desired as I cannot maintain confidentiality of what other people hear. As an LMFT, I am a mandatory reporter, therefore any reports, observations or suspicions of abuse towards vulnerable parties (children, elderly, disabled) are legally required to be reported. Additionally, I am legally required to report if a client is a danger to themselves or others. Outside of the very specific requirements of mandated disclosures, my lips are legally sealed.
Absolutely NOT, that would be a conflict of interest! But I can offer you a few referrals. Additionally, if we begin working together for individual therapy, I cannot be your individual therapist AND relationship counselor, it would be unfair to your partner. If you are unsure what role you would like me to serve in your journey, contact me for a free consultation and we can discuss your specific needs.
Sure! Who doesn’t love a great referral…however, if they ever try to bring you up in conversation, I never heard of you. Just know I appreciate the referral. The only caveat to this is if both parties sign a release of information for each other detailing the information that is authorized to be shared.
Additionally, it is at my discretion to determine the appropriateness of me accepting the referral ensuring that it is ethically and professionally sound.
