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Nicole Pinna
LCSW
CONTACT: (919) 647-4600 EXT 726
ABOUT ME
Hello, my name is Nicole (she/her). I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am originally from Colorado and moved to North Carolina in June of 2024 (Let me know if you have any coffee shop or hiking recs!). I received my Master's in Social Work from the University of Denver in 2019, and practiced as a clinical social worker in Emergency Medicine for about 4 years before transitioning to outpatient therapy setting. When not working with clients, I enjoy hiking with my dog, exploring quaint bookshops, or practicing yoga.
EXPERTISE
I work with teens, adults and seniors, who are experiencing life transitions, relationship distress, chronic illness, and grief and loss. I am passionate about honoring memories, creating new meaning, and establishing positive change. I am familiar with treating disorders such as depression, anxiety, acute PTSD, and the unique impact of Narcissistic or emotional Abuse in interpersonal relationships.
COUNSELING APPROACHES
I utilize a whole-person approach, meaning, I believe mental health is intimately connected with other aspects of your life. My therapeutic philosophy is rooted in empowerment, acceptance, and the healing power of laughter. I support clients as they reclaim their truest selves by embracing vulnerability and challenging the limiting stories or intrusive thoughts that have gotten in the way of everyday life.
Specific Modalities include, though not limited to: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Mindfulness
INSURANCES ACCEPTED
Please note, clients are responsible for calling their insurance to verify insurance benefits for Outpatient Therapy (in-network or out-of-network benefits if Wake Counseling provider is not in-network with your insurance plan). Here are commonly accepted plans by this provider:
BCBS (Out-of-Network for Blue-Local Plans for Duke & WakeMed)
Aetna
Ambetter of NC
UHC/Optum
Out-of-Network Insurance: We can bill out-of-network as a courtesy, or we can provide a “Super Bill” invoice clients can submit to their insurance provider to claim out-of-network benefits. Client is responsible for verifying out-of-network benefits with their insurance plan.
Private/Self-pay, fee schedule is as following:
Initial Assessment/Consultation - $170
Individual 40-45-minute session - $105
Individual 46–60-minute session - $140
Family 45-minute session - $120
Family 46–60-minute session- $160
There will be $105 no-show/late cancellation fee for missed appointment unless cancel/reschedule appointment with a 24-hour notice in advance.
Blog Posts
Nearly everyone claims like they belong to a dysfunctional family. We also blame our families for our present troubles to the degree that we are not responsible for our actions. Our past interactions with dysfunctional families sometimes can affect our behavior. You can learn some more about a dysfunctional family and the ways to cope with growing up with a dysfunctional family.