Business Details
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Bellingham, WA
Welcome to my practice. With over two decades of experience as a licensed marriage and family therapist, I provide client-centered care designed to help individuals, children, and couples navigate life's challenges. My approach emphasizes creating a safe space for self-exploration, utilizing evidence-based methodologies like NLP and Ericksonian hypnosis. I hold a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University and combine expertise from education, entertainment, and psychotherapy fields.Clients appreciate my compassionate yet direct style, with sessions available evenings and weekends to accommodate diverse schedules. My work focuses on helping clients build authentic lives through values clarification, emotional resilience, and improved relational dynamics.
Services
Individual Therapy
Play Therapy for Children
Parenting Issues
Premarital Counseling
Consulting Services
Highlights and features
- 20+ years combining psychotherapy with NLP and Ericksonian hypnosis expertise
- Client-centered approach prioritizing emotional safety and personal authenticity
- Flexible scheduling with evening and weekend appointments available
- Certified practitioner with dual licensing in California and Washington
- Proven success helping clients build meaningful relationships and resilient mindsets
What people say
Compassionate approach
Flexible scheduling
Effective techniques
Safe space
Authentic connection
Services
Individual Therapy
Support for adults seeking emotional healing and personal growth through client-centered therapy. Addresses anxiety, life purpose exploration, and relationship challenges using evidence-based techniques. Helps clients develop authentic self-expression and meaningful life direction.
Play Therapy
Specialized treatment for children using play-based techniques to process emotions and build resilience. Utilizes sand tray, puppets, and creative tools to address behavioral challenges. Involves monthly parent sessions to support child's progress.
Premarital Counseling
Structured program using Prepare-Enrich assessment followed by 6-10 skill-building sessions. Focuses on communication, financial planning, and conflict resolution for engaged couples. Includes research-backed tools to strengthen long-term relationship success.
Parenting Support
Guidance for parents navigating child-rearing challenges through collaborative problem-solving. Addresses behavioral issues, communication strategies, and family dynamics. Offers school consultation and parenting workshops for community organizations.
Consulting Services
Expert consultation for businesses and schools on communication strategies and team development. Provides customized workshops on mindfulness and stress reduction. Offers creative problem-solving from multidisciplinary perspective combining psychology and education.
People
Nicola Gosen
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed in California (MFC 47444) and Washington (LF60581573) with Master's in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University. Combines 20+ years of experience in education, entertainment, and psychotherapy. Certified in NLP and Ericksonian hypnosis with focus on client-centered healing approaches.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I primarily use client-centered therapy combined with NLP and Ericksonian hypnosis techniques tailored to each client's unique needs.
Do you offer evening or weekend appointments?
Yes, I provide flexible scheduling with evening and weekend availability to accommodate working professionals.
What are your counseling specialties?
I specialize in individual therapy, play therapy for children, premarital counseling, parenting support, and organizational consulting.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Yes, all sessions maintain strict confidentiality except in cases of imminent harm to self or others.
How can premarital counseling benefit us?
Premarital counseling builds communication skills, conflict resolution strategies, and relationship resilience through structured Prepare-Enrich program.
Do you accept insurance?
I provide documentation for out-of-network insurance reimbursement but do not directly bill insurance companies.
