Michael Nicholas, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Michael Nicholas

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Depression

Stress Management

Anxiety

Divorce Counseling

Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness

Codependency

Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Experiential Therapy

Dialectical (DBT)

Gestalt

Emotionally Focused

Gottman Method

Identity

Gender

Male

Faith

Christian

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Michael Nicholas

Hi there, I'm Michael! I bring both clinical expertise and genuine compassion to every client I work with. Whether you’re facing relationship struggles, recovering from trauma, managing anxiety, or navigating a major life transition, I’m here to walk alongside you. Seeking support is a courageous step, and I consider it a privilege to be part of your journey. My focus Whether you are seeking support in recovery, struggling to reconnect with your partner, navigating family challenges, or looking to better understand yourself, I provide a supportive and nonjudgmental space to help you move forward. My goal is to help you build resilience, strengthen relationships, re-author unhelpful narratives, and create a life. My approach My approach to therapy is compassionate, collaborative, and client-centered, creating an environment where clients feel safe, respected, and understood. Together, we explore patterns that may be contributing to distress, challenge limiting beliefs, and develop practical tools that promote emotional well-being and healthier relationships. My communication style I strive to create a therapy space that feels safe, warm, and completely free of judgment. My communication style is open, honest, and grounded in deep respect for each client’s experiences and perspective. The tone in our sessions is collaborative rather than clinical. You set the pace, and I follow your lead while offering guidance along the way. My journey to mental healthcare My path to becoming a therapist was shaped by a deep belief in the human capacity for resilience and transformation. I’ve had the privilege of working with diverse clients across a wide range of challenges from addiction and trauma to family conflict and life transitions. Each experience deepened my conviction that healing is possible for everyone. My goals for you I believe goal-setting in therapy would be collaborative, we’ll take time to clarify what you most want to change, heal, build or gain new insights.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gender Affirming Counseling

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gender Affirming Counseling

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Diego

Education and training

Loma Linda University, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy
Andrews University (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1649733064

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What practice does Michael Nicholas work with?

Michael Nicholas works with Rula Health - San Diego.

What are common reasons for patients to see Michael Nicholas?

Michael Nicholas frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Michael Nicholas on their profile.