Business Details
42 Years
experience
Licensed Mental Health Counseling Services
With over 30 years of dedicated service in counseling, education, and clinical supervision, I have built a practice centered on helping individuals, couples, and families overcome life's most challenging obstacles. My expertise spans trauma recovery, addiction treatment, and relationship counseling, supported by advanced credentials including a Master of Education, National Certified Counselor (NCC), and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) certifications. Having worked in diverse settings from outpatient clinics to residential programs, I bring a wealth of practical experience to personalized treatment plans. My background as a former business co-owner of a large counseling agency has equipped me with leadership skills in program development and interdisciplinary collaboration.I specialize in addressing emotional, physical, and sexual abuse recovery, dual diagnosis treatment, and improving coping mechanisms for anxiety and depression. Grounded in evidence-based modalities, my practice integrates faith-based counseling with clinical rigor to address spiritual, psychological, and relational wellness. Every session prioritizes client empowerment through trauma-informed care and sustainable recovery strategies tailored to individual needs.
Services
Marital Counseling
Addiction Treatment
Trauma Therapy
Family Systems Therapy
Depression Management
Anxiety Treatment
Christian Counseling
Dual Diagnosis Care
Coping Skills Development
PTSD Recovery
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of clinical experience in trauma and addiction treatment
- Dual expertise in mental health counseling and addictions certification
- Proven success in relationship and family systems therapy
- Integrates faith-based counseling with evidence-based practices
- Specialized training in treating dual diagnosis and chronic pain
Associations and certifications
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
- National Certified Counselor (NCC)
- Certified Master Addictions Counselor (MAC)
Services
Trauma Therapy
Specialized treatment for emotional, physical, and sexual trauma using evidence-based modalities. Our approach addresses PTSD symptoms through personalized therapy sessions that incorporate cognitive-behavioral techniques and somatic processing. Clients develop healthy coping mechanisms while working through traumatic memories in a safe therapeutic environment.
Addiction Treatment
Comprehensive care for alcohol and drug addiction with individualized recovery plans. We address underlying psychological factors contributing to substance use while building relapse prevention strategies. Treatment integrates 12-step principles with clinical interventions for sustainable long-term recovery and behavioral change.
Marital Counseling
Focused therapy to improve communication and resolve conflicts in intimate relationships. Our sessions address infidelity, trust issues, and emotional disconnect through structured exercises that rebuild connection. Couples learn active listening skills and conflict resolution techniques to strengthen their partnership.
Family Systems Therapy
Multi-generational approach addressing dysfunctional patterns within family units. We examine relational dynamics contributing to issues like domestic violence and poor communication. Sessions focus on establishing healthy boundaries while improving understanding between family members across different life stages.
Christian Counseling
Integrative approach combining psychological principles with Christian teachings for spiritual growth. We address anxiety, depression, and moral conflicts through biblically-informed counseling while maintaining professional clinical standards. Sessions emphasize grace-based healing and purpose discovery through faith.
People
Mark Nichols
Licensed Professional Counselor
30+ year counseling veteran with advanced credentials in trauma and addiction treatment. Specializes in helping clients overcome relationship challenges through evidence-based therapy and faith-integrated care.
Questions
What counseling specialties do you offer?
We specialize in trauma recovery, addiction treatment, relationship counseling, family systems therapy, and faith-based counseling for anxiety and depression.
How do you approach addiction recovery?
Our approach combines evidence-based clinical interventions with 12-step principles to address both psychological and physiological aspects of addiction for sustainable recovery.
Do you accept insurance for counseling sessions?
We operate as a private pay practice and can provide documentation for potential out-of-network insurance reimbursement.
What ages do you work with?
We provide counseling services for individuals aged 16 through adulthood, including couples and family therapy sessions.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes, with extended sessions available for intensive treatment needs.
What makes your trauma therapy unique?
Our trauma-informed care integrates somatic processing techniques with cognitive restructuring to address both body memory and thought patterns simultaneously.
