Nicole Guessford, LCSW, VA | Psychotherapist

About Nicole Guessford

Focus areas

Anxiety

Domestic Violence

Stress Management

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Psychological Trauma

Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness

Depression

Self Esteem Issues

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Teenagers (13-17)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Nicole Guessford

I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a telehealth practice licensed in Pennsylvania and Virginia, and over 23 years of experience in the mental health field working with children, teen and adults. . I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship stress, and life transitions, and I work from a warm, collaborative, and supportive approach.\n\nMy work blends talk therapy with somatic practices, self-compassion, mindfulness, and pattern-tracing to help you better understand yourself and what keeps you stuck. Many clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or caught in cycles of self-doubt and overthinking. Together, we slow things down, explore what's happening beneath the surface, and build practical tools that support real, lasting change.\n\nI also help clients gently connect how past experiences may still be impacting present-day emotions, relationships, and self-worth, while building a more grounded and compassionate relationship with themselves.

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Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider's self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan's benefits.

Popular visit reasons

Childhood Trauma

Cognitive Therapy

Depression

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Therapy

Childhood Trauma

Cognitive Therapy

Depression

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Grow Therapy

Education and training

Bryn Mawr College, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1649881244

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Nicole Guessford?

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

Is Nicole Guessford accepting new patients?

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

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Can I make an appointment with Nicole Guessford online?

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What practice does Nicole Guessford work with?

Nicole Guessford works with Grow Therapy.

What are common reasons for patients to see Nicole Guessford?

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