Nicole L. Eckhardt

I received my Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Military Culture and Military Families from Walden University in 2016. I also earned my certification as a National Certified Counselor (NCC) in July 2016. I have been practicing as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor since December 2019. During my Graduate degree internship, I gained experience from September 2015-June 2016 with clients that were 18-24 years old and were returning to school as adults to complete their high school education. Many of these young adults came from a variety of life circumstances and were dealing with many different life issues. As an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor from Aug 2016-December 2019, I completed my hours towards licensure at The Well Counseling Center: a Christian Counseling Center associated with the Well Community Church. I gained experience working with couples, families, children, and individuals experiencing many different life issues and transitions. I also completed hours with Kingsview's PATH program working with clients experiencing homelessness, substance abuse/recovery, and severe mental health issues. Although I enjoy working with clients from many different walks of life; I plan to continue to expand my knowledge and my specializations to address certain issues. It is my desire to give back to those who serve or have served our country and I will continue to increase my knowledge and training to expand the list of services I can offer in support of Military, Veterans, and Military Families. I also plan to complete my training and certification by the end of the year to be able to offer Animal Assisted Interventions with the help of my Canine Co-Therapist, a Miniature Schnauzer named Splash who is in training and is also working on gaining her therapy dog certification. In addition, I have a special place in my heart for those dealing with infertility or pursuing adoption and hope to gain additional training and certification to provide specialized services for clients experiencing infertility, considering or pursuing adoption, and for children and adults who have been adopted. I believe my own experiences and knowledge will be beneficial to build a healthy therapeutic relationship. Using an eclectic approach, I provide a safe space and empathetic presence where clients can share whatever is keeping them from living their best life. Together I explore with my clients what their unique needs are so they can be the person they want to be.