Nicole Gilbert, LCSW, La Mesa, CA | Psychotherapist

About Nicole Gilbert

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Gender Affirming Counseling

Women's Issues Therapy

Bipolar Disorder

Life Transition

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Prolonged Exposure Therapy

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Nicole Gilbert

Nicole Gilbert, LCSW, helps teens, adults, and older adults navigate life's challenges with compassion, curiosity, and evidence-based mental health care. As a therapist with LifeStance Health, she provides individual therapy for clients throughout California who are seeking support for anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. Nicole believes that therapy should be a collaborative process where clients feel safe exploring their experiences, building resilience, and creating meaningful change. Nicole helps individuals work through grief, reproductive challenges, and women's mental health concerns. Through a supportive and personalized approach, she helps clients process difficult emotions, strengthen coping skills, and reconnect with their values and sense of purpose. In her work with adolescents, teens, and adults, Nicole frequently supports clients navigating anxiety, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. She also has experience helping individuals facing concerns related to gender identity, bipolar disorder, substance use, psychosis, and life-stage transitions. Nicole is committed to meeting people where they are, recognizing that each person's path to healing is unique. She proudly supports members of the LGBTQ+ community and strives to create an affirming, inclusive therapeutic environment. Her therapeutic approach draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Exposure Therapy, while incorporating additional evidence-based interventions when appropriate. By blending practical skill-building with deeper self-exploration, Nicole helps clients gain insight, manage symptoms, and develop lasting strategies for emotional wellness. Nicole earned her education from the University of Southern California and San Diego State University. Outside of her clinical work, Nicole enjoys video games, board games, miniature painting, yoga, and weightlifting.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Women's Mental Health Issues

Young Adult Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Office location

Nicole Gilbert, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients

8881 Fletcher Pkwy

8881 Fletcher Pkwy, Suites 350-360, La Mesa, CA 91942

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Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - Southern California- 2

Education and training

University of Southern California, Master's in Social Work
San Diego State University, Bachelor's

NPI number

1790608404

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Nicole Gilbert?

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Is Nicole Gilbert accepting new patients?

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

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What practice does Nicole Gilbert work with?

Nicole Gilbert works with LifeStance Health - Southern California- 2.

Where is Nicole Gilbert's office located?

Nicole Gilbert has 2 office locations in La Mesa, view full addresses on Nicole Gilbert's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Nicole Gilbert?

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