About Dr. Nicholas Talisman
Focus areas
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Men's Mental Health Issues
Social Anxiety
Anxiety
Mood Disorders
Worry
Life Transition
Panic Attack
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Culturally Sensitive
Attachment-based
Dialectical (DBT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Eclectic
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Nicholas Talisman
PLEASE NOTE: Dr. Talisman, who holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology and a Master's in Psychology from The George Washington University, as well as a Bachelor's degree from Juniata College, practices at Talisman Psychotherapy LLC, which does not accept insurance. Should you have any concerns or questions about payment or booking, Nick will call you within 24 hours of booking your session on Zocdoc. Nick provides clients with superbills to document and submit for reimbursement from their insurance-you can check your eligibility by contacting your insurance company. All visit lengths are listed as 60 minutes on Zocdoc to ensure appointments schedule correctly and start on the hour; however, appointments generally last 45-50 minutes.
SCHEDULING: After you schedule an appointment on Zocdoc, please be ready for a free 10-15 minute phone consultation call within 24 hours with Nick. During this call, you and Nick can discuss your reasons for seeking therapy, your current goals, and Nick will answer any questions about potential next steps and treatment options. You can then decide if you would like to start working with Nick in therapy. If we are unable to reach you by phone within 24 hours, we will temporarily cancel your appointment until you are able to connect and confirm.
What should a new client know about working with you?
It's hard to find a good therapist!; you are not just seeking a service, you are starting a relationship. This can seem scary; but it is also an opportunity! Rarely in life do you enter a relationship with the expectation that you will need to be vulnerable or that you will be able to explore the dynamics of how you interact with the other person directly and frankly. Clients who are interested in exploring these dynamics or in learning strategies to cope with the challenges of day-to-day life are the ones who benefit most from my therapeutic approach.
I draw on interventions from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Relational Cultural Theory, and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy in order to find a plan that works for your therapeutic goals and particular background. I believe in the importance of cultural humility, you are the expert on your experience; my job is to work with you to find a path to growth.
I aim to bring a warm, empathetic presence to all my therapeutic work and am excited to get to know each person who walks (virtually) into my office (also virtual). I encourage you to email or contact me to set up a consultation and see if my practice is a good fit for you.My goal is to work with clients to identify barriers to engaging in their values. Together, we work to explore interpersonal relationships, including the therapeutic relationship to identify patterns that may be interfering with a fulfilling life. Exploration of unpleasant emotions is part of the process; it's my job to be comfortable with the uncomfortable and to build up your capacity to do the same. I also have a wide array of behavioral techniques for anxiety and depression management, drawing from CBT, ACT, and relational approaches.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
I offer telehealth sessions via Zoom, and at present I do not offer in-person therapy sessions. I am out-of-network, but provide superbills for clients that they can submit for reimbursement from their insurance. Sessions are 50 minutes long each and tend to operate from a talk therapy dynamic, with specific exercises and behavioral interventions integrated according to each individual's goals and needs.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- The George Washington University, PhD in Clinical Psychology
- The George Washington University, Master's in Psychology
- Juniata College (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1871344382
How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Nicholas Talisman?
Generally, Dr. Nicholas Talisman has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Talisman's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Dr. Nicholas Talisman accepting new patients?
Dr. Nicholas Talisman generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Talisman's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Dr. Nicholas Talisman accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Nicholas Talisman online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Dr. Talisman using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Dr. Nicholas Talisman work with?
Dr. Nicholas Talisman works with Talisman Psychotherapy.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Nicholas Talisman?
Dr. Nicholas Talisman frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Nicholas Talisman on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Nicholas Talisman speak?
Dr. Nicholas Talisman speaks English.