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Felicia Nicosia, LCPC, LMHC

Compassionate counselor blending evidence and creativity
  • 18 years experience
  • Holistic Adlerian approach
  • Art therapy background

About Felicia Nicosia

Felicia Nicosia is a licensed counselor who brings a warm, hopeful presence to the work of change. She holds licensure as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois and as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida, and she completed a master’s degree in Counseling and Art Therapy at Adler University in Chicago. With 18 years of clinical experience, she has worked across a range of settings including traditional outpatient counseling, inpatient psychiatric care, foster care and parent coaching, services for at-risk youth, emergency crisis counseling, equine-assisted psychotherapy, and art therapy.

Felicia respects the role of spirituality in many people’s lives and is comfortable supporting clients at any point in their spiritual journey, whether or not they participate in organized religion. She works with men and women across the adult lifespan and with people of all gender identities and sexual orientations. Her primary orientation draws from Adlerian psychotherapy, and she also uses an eclectic mix of approaches tailored to each person’s needs.

Felicia takes a holistic view of functioning, attending to environmental and lifestyle factors such as health, stress, sleep, diet, exercise, relaxation, recreation, sexual functioning, and avenues for spiritual and creative expression. Clients working with her can expect an approach marked by enthusiasm, hope, warmth, genuineness, cultural sensitivity, and consistent care and concern.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCommunication problemsFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Women's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Felicia Nicosia have?

Felicia Nicosia has 18 years of experience.

Is Felicia Nicosia a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LCPC and LMHC. These indicate licensure as a clinical professional counselor in Illinois and as a mental health counselor in Florida. License details are IL LCPC 180.013470 and FL LMHC MH19676.

In which languages does Felicia Nicosia provide therapy?

Felicia provides therapy in English.

Where is Felicia Nicosia located?

Felicia is located in Florida.

How can I work with Felicia Nicosia as my therapist?

You can work with Felicia through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Felicia Nicosia work with international clients?

Felicia Nicosia does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Felicia Nicosia 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. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule the first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Felicia draws on several evidence-informed approaches to guide online work in ways that fit each person's needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) invites clients to notice difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and taking committed action - it can help with anxiety, stress, and life transitions by shifting focus toward meaningful goals. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, genuine acceptance, and collaborative understanding; it supports growth in self-esteem, emotional processing, and interpersonal confidence by creating a nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to mood and anxiety difficulties, offering practical skills to reframe unhelpful thoughts and test new behavioral strategies.

Finding the right approach is part of the process, and Felicia works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods align with their goals, preferences, and life circumstances. She adapts techniques over time as needs change so the work remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy with Felicia is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people with busy schedules or limited mobility. These remote options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit sessions into daily life, and access licensed professionals from different locations when appropriate.

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