Nicole James, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Portrait Health Centers
Portrait Health Centers are multi-specialty clinics that employ the most cutting-edge and proven assessment protocols and treatment options available, believing that an Effective Treatment Depends On An Accurate Diagnosis. Individuals should not have to “play doctor” by researching available treatments and then self-selecting which of these treatments has been scientifically validated and would be most appropriate for themselves or their family. At Portrait Health Centers, we provide a comprehensive and multi-specialty assessment to determine the underlying causes of your symptoms and incorporate an appropriate treatment plan.
Bio
Specialties: Child, Teen/Adolescent, Adult, Individual, Family Therapy, Anxiety, Emotional and Behavioral Issues, ADHD, Depression, Self-Esteem, Coping Skills, Family Conflict, College & Career Counseling, Academic Underachievement, Parenting Issues, Learning Disabilities, Peer Relationships, Grief and Loss, Life Transitions, Relational issues, Social Skills, Developmental Diagnosis, Dual Diagnosis, Psychological Testing
Nicole is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Masters of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Roosevelt University. She received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Illinois State University.
A therapeutic relationship grounded in honesty and openness is essential. Nicole believes in being present and patient. She values personal development and believes the therapeutic process is based on the ability to collaborate. Her goal is to help her clients identify and experience whatever they are feeling, find ways in which their assumptions influence how they feel and behave, and experiment with alternative modes of behaving. She challenges clients to dream and helps them take the steps necessary to fulfill those dreams. Change can be hard work and Nicole will be with you throughout the process.
Depending on the individual needs of the client, Nicole draws from a variety of therapeutic approaches including: Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Integrative, Art and Play Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Psychological Testing and Evaluation.
Payments Accepted
Aetna
aetna of il
bcbs of il
bcbs of illinois
blue cross blue shield
blue cross blue shield of il
blue cross blue shield of illinois
bluecross and blueshield
cigna
empire bluecross
health net
horizon healthcare
humana
lifesynch
medicaid
medicare
multiplan
optum
tricare
umr
united
valueoptions
out of network
Hours:8am-8pm
License:178007857
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated
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Learning Disabilities
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Addiction
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Life and Wellness Coaching
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Adolescents
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Life Transitions
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Adoption
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Loneliness
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Anger Management
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Marriage & Family Therapy
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Anxiety and Panic
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Marriage Counseling
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Arts Therapy (Expressive)
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Men's Issues
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Asperger's Syndrome
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Neuropsychological Evaluation / Testing
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Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
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Bicultural Difficulties
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Online / Teletherapy
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Body Image Issues
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Pet Therapy
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Caregiver Issues
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Play Therapy
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Children's Counseling
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Pre and Postpartum Mental Health
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Chronic Illness
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Premarital Counseling
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Couples
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Problem Gambling
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Depression
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Psychoanalysis
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Divorce
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Psychological Evaluation / Testing
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Domestic Violence
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Psychopharmacology
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Eating Disorders
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Relationship Issues
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Educational Therapy
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Religious Counseling
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Family Conflict
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Self-Esteem Issues
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Gay or Lesbian Issues
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Seniors and Elder Care Issues
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Gender Identity / Transgenderism
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Sexual Dysfunction
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Gifted / Talented Issues
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Stress Management
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Grief and Loss
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Trauma and PTSD
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Group Therapy
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Women's Issues
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Herpes and STD Counseling
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Work and Career Issues
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Hypnotherapy
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Licenses/Certifications
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Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
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National Certified Counselor (NCC)
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