Nicolle Atchison, LMFT

Therapist in Washington

Warm, practical therapy for life transitions

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5 years of experience listed

LMFT professional credentials

English languages

Evening and Saturday hours
Collaborative treatment style
Focus on self esteem

About Nicolle

Nicolle Atchison is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Washington. She has five years of clinical experience and offers evening and Saturday appointments to fit busy schedules. Nicolle focuses on helping people move forward when life feels overwhelming or stuck.

She creates a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can talk through whatever is causing pain. Sessions are collaborative and tailored to each person's needs. Nicolle aims to be honest and good-natured while guiding practical steps toward change.

Nicolle works with people facing anxiety, depression, grief, and the effects of past trauma. She also supports those navigating relationship strain, parenting stresses, career concerns, and major life transitions. Self esteem and compassion fatigue are included among the areas she addresses.

Her approach draws on Client-Centered Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and mindfulness and solution-focused ideas. In practice this means listening closely, reflecting emotions, and helping clients build small, achievable goals between sessions.

People who prefer scheduled evening or weekend sessions may find her availability helpful. To begin, patients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to availability. Nicolle believes everyone has the potential for growth and works to help people reach that place.

Approaches that translate to online work

Nicolle uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a supportive space where clients feel heard and understood. This approach focuses on empathetic listening and helping people explore their own solutions, which can fit well into remote sessions.

She also draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy to help people identify and work with strong emotions that affect relationships and attachment. EFT-style work often involves naming feelings and tracking interaction patterns, tasks that adapt to online conversation and reflection.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Nicolle will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals and comfort level. That means checking in about what feels useful and adjusting techniques over time to fit the client's needs.

The biography gives evening and Saturday appointment times but does not specify which session formats are offered. Confirm the current session options before booking so they fit your schedule and tech needs. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed, while still focusing on emotion work and actionable steps agreed with the therapist.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficulties

Also works with

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseGrief Intimacy-related issuesAnger managementDepression Coping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesGuilt and shame Isolation / loneliness Life purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyEmotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

Washington

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Nicolle help with?

She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting and family concerns, self esteem, career questions, anger, and coping with life changes.

What is her therapy style like?

Her work is collaborative and client-centered. She listens, reflects emotions, and helps clients set small, practical goals between sessions.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has five years of experience as a therapist working with a range of concerns including grief, trauma, and relationship difficulties.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) licensed in Washington and practices with evening and Saturday appointment times.

Which languages are supported and can international clients work with her?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are offered?

The original biography lists evening and Saturday appointments but does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with therapy?

Select the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.