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Christen S. Nichols

Psychotherapist Christen Shiber Nichols, LCSW
Available this week
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Parenting, ADD/ADHD, Grief,
Insurance: UPMC Health Plan, United Healthcare, Medicare, Highmark

Introduction

You don’t have to keep holding it all together alone. Whether you’re navigating burnout, relationship patterns that won’t budge, or the emotional impact of neurodivergence, therapy offers a space to slow down and listen to the parts of you that are often overlooked. I work with people who appear "fine" on the surface but feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure of who they’re allowed to be. Our work together will help you make sense of those inner dynamics, how they formed, what they’re protecting, and move toward more honest, resilient connection with yourself and others. I see clients for individual psychoanalytic/psychodynamic therapy at my Squirrel Hill office, with daytime appointments available Tuesday through Friday (no evenings or weekends). Virtual sessions are possible when needed, though I’ve found the work is often most powerful in person.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY White

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LCSW #CW019907 (PA)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals

Communities

  • Feminism
  • Racial Justice/Equity
  • People with Disabilities
  • LGBTQIA+

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Christen S. Nichols accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • United Healthcare
  • Medicare
  • Highmark

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Individual therapy - 55 minutes $150

Locations

Pittsburgh, PA 15217-1725
Telehealth
Pittsburgh, PA 15217-1725
Video Office

Frequently asked questions

Is Christen S. Nichols accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Christen S. Nichols is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Christen S. Nichols also offers a free consultation.
Does Christen S. Nichols offer telehealth appointments? Christen S. Nichols does not offer telehealth appointments at this time.
What areas does Christen S. Nichols specialize in? Christen S. Nichols specializes in the following areas: ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Parenting, and Relationship Issues.
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