Nicole Schellinger, LPCC, LPC

Nicole Schellinger is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in South Carolina. She has worked as a counselor since 2006 and brings 18 years of clinical experience to her practice. Nicole aims to create a warm, inviting space and meets people where they are to address stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, addiction, mood disorders, and more.

She uses a mix of practical approaches rather than one fixed method. Sessions focus on what a person wants to change and on small steps that build toward those goals. Conversations are grounded and straightforward so people can try new coping skills right away.

Nicole draws on methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and client-centered work. She adapts these tools depending on the issue at hand, whether that is sleep problems, grief, trauma, or patterns like codependency and impulsivity.

Her background includes an undergraduate degree in addictions studies from the University of Cincinnati and a Master of Education in Mental Health Counseling from Lindsey Wilson College. Nicole spent many years in community behavioral health before moving into independent practice work and online counseling.

In sessions she focuses on collaboration and practical strategies. She helps people clarify goals, practice new habits, and manage emotions such as anger, shame, or panic. Prospective clients should confirm current session formats before booking.

How Nicole Uses Evidence-Informed Approaches Online

Nicole commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people clarify their values and take small, meaningful actions even when feelings are difficult. ACT can be useful for anxiety, stress, and when people feel stuck.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to identify unhelpful thought patterns and build practical skills for mood, panic, and sleep problems. CBT sessions often include brief exercises and homework that people can apply between meetings.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Nicole works with each person to choose methods that match their goals, preferences, and day-to-day needs. She will adjust strategies over time based on what helps most.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the exact session formats available before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules require. Therapists can also use brief phone or video conversations and written check-ins where supported, depending on the specific options offered. Discuss scheduling and format preferences during the matching process to find what will work best for you.