Nikeita McDonald, LCMHC, NC | Psychotherapist

About Nikeita McDonald

Focus areas

Anxiety

Coping Mechanism Development

Self Esteem Issues

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Dialectical (DBT)

Person-Centered

EMDR

Trauma Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Nikeita McDonald

Hi there, I'm Nikeita! Hello! I'm a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia and South Carolina. I hold a Master's degree in Counseling from Xavier University of Louisiana. I specialize in supporting individuals on their journey toward improved well-being and personal growth. My focus areas include helping clients navigate anxiety, stress, and self-care concerns to enhance their overall quality of life. My approach I use a person-centered approach to help my clients develop self-awareness and discover solutions. Through active listening, reflection, and empathetic understanding, I create a safe space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. By embodying genuineness and transparency in my interactions, I encourage clients to be their authentic selves. Rather than offering advice or directives, I facilitate a process of self-discovery and problem-solving. Through reflective questioning, active listening, and exploring alternative perspectives, clients gain clarity, identify their strengths, and develop effective coping strategies. My focus I work with teenagers and adults and am most comfortable supporting clients with anxiety, coping skills, and self-esteem. My communication style I am committed to providing a supportive space where clients feel seen and validated in their journey toward healing and growth. My greatest strengths lie in creating a safe and nonjudgmental environment where clients can freely explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. My first session with you In our first session, we will start with brief introductions. Then, we will explore the specific challenges you are facing. Afterward, we will identify the goals and changes you are seeking. I will use what you share from your personal narrative to develop a plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Stress Management

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - North Carolina

Education and training

Xavier University of Louisiana, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1235547035

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What practice does Nikeita McDonald work with?

Nikeita McDonald works with Rula Health - North Carolina.

What are common reasons for patients to see Nikeita McDonald?

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