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Nicole D. Smith

LCSW Align by Nicole Renee, PLLC
Telehealth Telehealth
Available this week
Specializes in: Women's Issues, Codependency, Life Transitions, Relationship Issues, Depression,
In network with Aetna, Cigna Healthcare

Introduction

If you’ve been carrying it all, showing up for everyone else while quietly unraveling inside, maybe stuck in survival mode, or on autopilot, this space is where you get to exhale. My name is Nicole and I am a Black queer therapist. I specialize working with BIPOC Millennial and Gen Z women who struggle to choose themselves. This may look like people pleasing, codependency, and inconsistent or maybe even non existent boundaries. I’m not here to fix you. I trust that you already hold the answers. I’m just here to guide the return back to self. My approach is intuitive, trauma-informed, and soul-centered. I’ll meet you with truth, reflection, and call out patterns that are no longer serving you. Healing isn’t just mental; it’s mind, body, and soul work. This is your space to process, unpack, breathe, and show up authentically you! We’ll laugh, reflect, cuss, and cry. I'll share some hard truths. Some sessions may include intuitive and somatic tools at my discretion and with your consent. I'll give you real world homework that will allow you to practice what you've processed. I’ll gently guide you back to your own voice. Over time, our work together may help you build and honor your boundaries, trust and lean on your intuition, and feel more grounded in your life and who you are. It's time to unlearn, learn, and evolve into your highest self. Are you ready to show up? Even if you're scared or uncertain, I'll meet you where you are. I'll walk alongside you. *I accept Loveland Foundation Vouchers*

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Black/African American

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights & weekends
  • Offers free consultation
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance
  • Offers sliding scale

Licenses

  • LCSW #9479 (TN)
  • LCSW #116778 (TX)
  • LCSW #SW26444 (FL)

Specialties

Additional focus areas


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples

Communities

  • Lesbian, Gay, & Bisexual
  • Vegetarian/Vegan
  • Racial Justice/Equity

Age groups

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

Languages

  • English

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Nicole D. Smith accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • Aetna

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Individual $130
  • Couples $200

Locations

Virtual Office

Professional Information

Education

  • Master's Degree, Clinical Social Work - University of Tennessee

FAQ

Is Nicole D. Smith accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Nicole D. Smith is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Nicole D. Smith also offers a free consultation.
Does Nicole D. Smith offer telehealth appointments? Nicole D. Smith does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Nicole D. Smith specialize in? Nicole D. Smith specializes in the following areas: Anxiety, Codependency, Depression, Family Conflict, LGBTQIA+, Life Transitions, Mood Disorders, Parenting, Peer Relationships, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Racial Identity, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, Stress, and Women's Issues.
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