Dr. Nicole Livingston, NJ Psychologist 35SI00406600
Warm, goal-focused psychologist with decades of experience
- Person-centered support
- CBT-based strategies
- Trauma informed care
About Dr. Nicole Livingston
Dr. Nicole Livingston is a New Jersey-based clinical psychologist with 24 years of experience supporting people across the lifespan. She works with a wide range of concerns, including stress and anxiety, depression, anger, ADHD, family and relationship challenges, parenting concerns, sleep difficulties, self-esteem, and coping with major life changes. Her clinical background also includes work with developmental and learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, OCD, bipolar disorder, psychotic and schizoaffective disorders, aging-related concerns, and end-of-life issues, with additional focus on caregiver stress, chronic pain, illness and disability, communication difficulties, isolation and loneliness, and questions of life purpose.
Dr. Livingston is especially honored to have supported first responders and others affected by physical and emotional trauma following 9/11 and other natural disasters. She practices from a person-centered foundation, offering empathy, respect, dignity, and compassion while avoiding judgment and staying focused on the goals clients set for themselves.
Her primary orientation draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical approach that helps people notice unhelpful thought patterns and build new coping strategies. Depending on each client’s needs and preferences, she also integrates humanistic, mindfulness-based, and solution-oriented methods. She aims to create a safe, productive space where therapist and client can work collaboratively toward meaningful change.
Please note: Dr. Livingston is currently accepting new clients who are seeking live chat (messaging). Her video and phone caseload is currently full.
Dr. Livingston is especially honored to have supported first responders and others affected by physical and emotional trauma following 9/11 and other natural disasters. She practices from a person-centered foundation, offering empathy, respect, dignity, and compassion while avoiding judgment and staying focused on the goals clients set for themselves.
Her primary orientation draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical approach that helps people notice unhelpful thought patterns and build new coping strategies. Depending on each client’s needs and preferences, she also integrates humanistic, mindfulness-based, and solution-oriented methods. She aims to create a safe, productive space where therapist and client can work collaboratively toward meaningful change.
Please note: Dr. Livingston is currently accepting new clients who are seeking live chat (messaging). Her video and phone caseload is currently full.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsFamily problemsFertility issuesGender dysphoriaHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Nicole Livingston have?
Dr. Nicole Livingston has 24 years of experience.
Is Dr. Nicole Livingston a licensed therapist?
Yes. Dr. Nicole Livingston holds the credential NJ Psychologist 35SI00406600.
In which languages does Dr. Nicole Livingston provide therapy?
Dr. Nicole Livingston provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Nicole Livingston located?
Dr. Nicole Livingston is located in New Jersey.
How can I work with Dr. Nicole Livingston as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Nicole Livingston through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Nicole Livingston work with international clients?
Yes. Dr. Nicole Livingston works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Nicole Livingston cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Practical Therapy Tools, Delivered Online
Dr. Nicole Livingston draws from approaches that prioritize both compassion and actionable skills. In Client-Centered Therapy, she creates a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can clarify what matters most and set goals that feel authentic, which can be especially helpful when navigating stress, life transitions, or relationship strain.She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a structured method that helps people identify patterns in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and then practice new ways of responding. CBT can be useful for concerns such as anxiety, depression, anger, and ADHD-related challenges. Mindfulness Therapy may be integrated to help clients build greater awareness of the present moment and develop steadier coping when emotions feel intense or overwhelming.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Dr. Livingston works collaboratively, adjusting the focus based on a client’s needs, goals, and preferences so therapy feels relevant and workable over time.
Online therapy makes it easier to access support in a format that fits daily life. Sessions may take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or times when in-person visits are not practical.
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