About Lynn Nickens
Focus areas
Adoption Counseling
Insomnia
Stress Management
Anxiety
Sleep Disorder
Work-Related Counseling
Coping Mechanism Development
Stress
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Treatment approaches
Attachment-based
Dialectical (DBT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Eclectic
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Humanistic
Identity
Gender
FemaleFaith
ChristianEthnicity
Black or African American
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Lynn Nickens
Hi there, I'm Lynn!
Anxiety, stress, and adjustment to life changes can feel overwhelming. If it does, please know you're not alone; there are ways to move those periods. My role is to assist you in doing so. Whether those stresses are related to home life, work environment, or relationship concerns, I'd like to provide a supportive environment to assist you in addressing and resolving those conflicts/concerns.
My approach
I use Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to assist in identifying my clients' concerns. Being aware of the thought processes and use of mindfulness tools is helpful with creating changes and improving life's situations. CBT allows clients to make connections between thoughts and emotions as they work towards their therapeutic goals. The connection between thoughts and emotions, utilizing tools developed in session, can assist with improving mood and resolving conflicts.
My focus
If you've been dealing with life transitions and changes: work stress, end/beginning new relationships, cultural diversity concerns, LGBTQ issues, we work together to develop pathways for resolving those life stresses. I am with you each step of the way. Please know there may be "homework" to help create these changes/improvements.
My communication style
I believe in open communication, especially between clients and clinicians. I allow clients time to share their concerns, thoughts, emotions, and understand it might be difficult to find the words; this is your time and I'm here to assist you.
My journey to mental healthcare
I've been in the behavioral health field since I was 19 years old in undergraduate school, volunteering at a phone crisis counseling service for the college and community at the University of Colorado (Boulder). Two years of both training and volunteer work moved me into my professional career. I've worked in psychiatric hospitals, crisis clinics, and trauma recovery programs for adult survivors of sexual abuse and the LGBTQ communities.
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Popular visit reasons
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Peer Relationship Struggles
Postpartum Depression
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Racism Issues
Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Peer Relationship Struggles
Postpartum Depression
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Southern California, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1114138252
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What practice does Lynn Nickens work with?
Lynn Nickens works with Rula Health - San Diego.
What are common reasons for patients to see Lynn Nickens?
Lynn Nickens frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Lynn Nickens on their profile.
What languages does Lynn Nickens speak?
Lynn Nickens speaks English.