Nichole offers in-person therapy in NYC and online therapy throughout New York state.
How I work
I tailor each treatment plan to your unique needs, integrating actionable tools (CBT, Mindfulness, etc.) with psychodynamic and existential approaches. Drawing on both clinical training and corporate experience, I help clients manage job stress, career transitions, and work-life balance, while supporting personal growth and emotional well-being.
My previous clinical experience includes providing weekly psychotherapy to students in a school-based setting, providing ongoing support to those in crisis through the Crisis Text Line, serving as a court-appointed advocate to foster youth, and counseling student supervision.
Specialties
Anxiety & Depression
Identity development
Relationship challenges
Life transitions
Parenthood
Family conflict
& separation
Attachment wounds
Loss & grief
Internet & game addiction
Career Challenges
Infertility Issues
Education
Fordham University
MSEd in Mental Health Counseling
The School of Visual Arts
MFA, Design
The George Washington University
BS, Biology
Nichole Gabriel, MHC-LP
I specialize in working with teens, couples, and adults from diverse backgrounds with a passion for supporting those navigating adverse childhood experiences, teenage challenges, loss of a parent, panic attacks, cross-cultural or interracial relationships, and mixed-race identities. I aim to create a culturally responsive, trauma-informed environment where people of all identities (BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, etc.) and life experiences feel seen, heard, and supported.
About Nichole
I am a former entrepreneur and leader in educational technology, passionate about expanding access to early learning. Before entering the counseling field, I worked at the intersection of science, design, and engineering, where I developed a deep appreciation for how things are built and the role of creativity and beauty in shaping meaningful solutions.
I am also the mother of two children whose roots span different cultures and racial identities, filling our home with laughter, learning, and perspective.
Relevant Professional Experiences
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Xavier High School, School-based psychotherapy: Provided weekly psychotherapy to adolescent boys in the school environment
Hunter College, Research Assistant: An examination of multicultural traits
Fordham University, Teaching Assistant: Supervised student counseling groups to support the growth of foundational clinical skills
Crisis Text Line, Crisis Counselor: Provided ongoing support through text using flexible, unbiased, and culturally sensitive rapport-building to help with the transition from a moment of crisis
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Fillmore Design LLC, Principal: Product design consultancy for myriad companies with a specific focus on advancing educational access through technology
Duck Duck Moose (Subsidiary of Khan Academy), Co-Founder & CDO: Start-up focused on increasing educational access to the youngest learners through smartphones. Acquired by Khan Academy.
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KAPi Award, Best Children’s App at CES, Duck Duck Moose
15 Editor’s Choice Awards, Children's Technology Review, Duck Duck Moose
15 Parent’s Choice Awards, Duck Duck Moose
Finalist, Business Week IDEA Design Awards for Best Interface Design, SugarSync
Winner, Nielsen Norman Group award: 10 Best Application User Interfaces, SugarSync
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Fordham University, New York, New York: Master in Mental Health Counseling
The School of Visual Arts, New York, New York: Master of Fine Arts
The George Washington University, Washington, DC: Bachelor of Science, Biology (Pre-Med)