Nicole Franger, LPC, IL | Psychotherapist

About Nicole Franger

Focus areas

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Stress Management

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Women's Issues Therapy

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Gender Affirming Counseling

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Nicole Franger

Nicole Franger, LPC, helps teens and adults across Illinois navigate life’s challenges with compassion, clinical skill, and a personalized approach to therapy. As a Licensed Professional Counselor at LifeStance Health, she provides individual therapy for adolescents, young adults, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns. Nicole creates a supportive environment where patients can build resilience, develop practical coping strategies, and work toward meaningful, lasting change. A particular area of passion for Nicole is helping individuals facing gender identity concerns, grief, and women’s mental health challenges, including post-partum depression and anxiety. She understands that these experiences can be deeply personal and complex, and she works collaboratively with patients to foster self-understanding, emotional healing, and confidence. Her approach emphasizes respect, empathy, and evidence-based care tailored to each person’s unique story and goals. Nicole utilizes proven therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). These interventions help patients identify unhelpful patterns, strengthen emotional regulation, and develop healthier ways of responding to difficult thoughts and experiences. In addition to her primary specialties, she has experience supporting individuals with bipolar disorder, school avoidance, and other mental health concerns. She earned her education from Lewis University and is committed to ongoing professional growth to ensure patients receive thoughtful, high-quality care informed by current best practices in mental health treatment. Outside of her clinical work, Nicole is passionate about animals, especially her two cats. She also enjoys running, fitness, and learning about history. These interests help her maintain balance and bring a sense of curiosity and energy to her work with patients.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Women's Mental Health Issues

Young Adult Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Office location

Nicole Franger, LPC also offers online video visits for patients

Lifestance - Illinois 2

15025 S Des Plaines St, Ste 201, Plainfield, IL 60544

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Education and background

Practice names

Lifestance - Illinois 2

Education and training

Lewis University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling

NPI number

1053989459

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Nicole Franger?

Generally, Nicole Franger has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Nicole Franger's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Nicole Franger accepting new patients?

Nicole Franger generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Nicole Franger's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Nicole Franger accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Nicole Franger online?

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What practice does Nicole Franger work with?

Nicole Franger works with Lifestance - Illinois 2.

Where is Nicole Franger's office located?

Nicole Franger has 2 office locations in Plainfield, view full addresses on Nicole Franger's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Nicole Franger?

Nicole Franger frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Nicole Franger on their profile.