Nicole Senechal
she/herLicensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)
Mood Disorders, Autism, ADHD, Substance Use, Relationships, Depression, Anxiety
Self pay costs
Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.
I’m a licensed therapist with 8 years of experience supporting teenagers, young adults, and adults navigating ADHD, anxiety, depression, and substance use. I’m passionate about helping people develop healthy, sustainable coping skills so they can feel more grounded and better equipped to handle life’s challenges. My approach is compassionate, strengths-based, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I integrate motivational interviewing and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to support meaningful, lasting change, while maintaining a humanistic lens that centers each person’s unique experiences and values.
I believe that clients are the experts in their own lives, and I work collaboratively to help them build on their strengths and move toward what matters most to them. I work with clients who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected—whether that shows up as difficulty focusing, managing emotions, or breaking patterns that no longer serve them.
Together, we focus on increasing self-awareness, building practical coping strategies, and creating realistic, values-driven steps toward change. My goal is to help clients feel more confident, empowered, and connected in their lives.
"As one who has experienced personal challenges with anxiety and ADHD, I have an authentic understanding of how we are impacted by our mental health and how building life skills can empower us to make changes in our lives."
Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?
I have always been drawn to helping people feel better in difficult times.
What types of clients do you work best with?
open, honest.
What's one thing you wish all clients knew about therapy, mental health, or the healing process?
I wish all clients knew that therapy is a process, it takes time and is a collaborative approach.
What can clients expect in their first session with you and in the early stages of therapy?
In the early stages of therapy, clients can expect me to ask open ended questions about their life to better understand where they are coming from.
What personal experiences or values inform your practice as a therapist/provider?
My practice is grounded in a deep belief that everyone has the capacity for growth and change when they are met with compassion, understanding, and the right support. I value creating a nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to be open about their experiences, especially when they may have felt misunderstood or overlooked in the past.
My approach is also informed by the importance of meeting people where they are. I recognize that change can be difficult, and I draw on motivational interviewing to honor each client’s readiness while gently supporting forward movement. Using acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), I help clients connect with their values and take meaningful steps toward the life they want, even in the presence of challenges.
I strongly believe in a strengthsbased perspective, focusing on what is already working and building from there rather than only focusing on what’s wrong. Above all, I value authenticity, collaboration, and providing care that is both compassionate and grounded in evidencebased practices.
How do you tailor therapy to meet each client’s unique needs?
I tailor therapy to each client by starting with a deep understanding of their unique experiences, goals, and strengths. No two people are the same, so I take time to learn what’s most important to each individual and what challenges they’re facing in their day-to-day life.
I use a flexible, integrative approach, drawing from motivational interviewing, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and strengthsbased, humanistic principles. This allows me to adapt our work together based on what resonates most with the client—whether that’s building practical coping skills, increasing self-awareness, or focusing on values-driven change.
Throughout the process, I regularly check in and collaborate with clients to ensure therapy feels relevant, supportive, and aligned with their goals. My aim is to create a space that is both compassionate and structured, where clients feel heard while also gaining tools and strategies that are meaningful and effective for them.
- Years in practice
- 7 years
- Graduating institute
- Rhode Island College
- Graduating degree
- Master of Social Work
