Grief, Anger Management, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Depression, Anxiety, Life Transition, ADHD, Self Esteem, Coping Skills, Domestic Abuse
Accepted insurance & self-pay
About Nikki
Nikki Easter is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 12 years of experience. She began her career supporting individuals with substance use challenges, and later expanded her expertise to clients facing trauma, grief, anxiety, and identity-related concerns. Nikki has worked extensively with marginalized populations, including those experiencing chronic homelessness, domestic violence, and severe mental illness.
Nikki earned her Master’s in Community Counseling from Argosy University. She uses a trauma-informed, strength-based approach. She primarily uses CBT and integrates modalities like ACT, mindfulness, distress tolerance, and psychodynamic therapy to support healing and emotional growth in clients of all backgrounds.
Nikki believes healing isn’t linear. She creates a safe, judgment-free space for clients to work through fears, doubts, and emotional setbacks. Nikki’s compassionate approach helps you move forward with confidence and clarity when navigating trauma or life transitions.
"I listen without judgement, and as a Black woman who grew up in a rural community in East Texas, I know firsthand how powerful it is to be heard, understood, and appreciated."
Get to know Nikki
Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?
I initially started my career as a journalist. After covering the impact of a natural disaster in 2005, I thought I would make a greater difference in the world helping people recover their mental and emotional well-being.
What types of clients do you work with best?
My down-to-earth and empathic nature leads me to accept anyone regardless of race, culture, sexual orientation, gender or religion. I work best with clients who come ready to work, but even have experience with resistant and mandated clients.
What type of clients are you most excited to work with?
I am most excited to support LGBTQIA+ clients who feel hopeless and anxious in this changing societal structure.
What's one thing you wish all clients knew?
I wish all clients knew that they are not broken and are deserving of respect and acceptance. I wish clients knew that therapists are human and not infallible.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
I wanted to work within a culture that prioritizes the well-being of the therapist, and offers support and growth both clinically and professionally.
What inspires you?
Joy. Pain. Animals. Music
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
I listen to understand their experience.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
I want to understand why they are choosing a counseling treatment episode at this time. I want to understand their perspective of themselves and build a working relationship where they leave feeling hopeful.
What should clients know about you before scheduling a first session?
I have a quirky sense of humor, but I am not afraid to to confront or challenge limiting beliefs.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
I like to hike. I take frequent walks just to get some sunlight. I like to sing in the shower and dance in the mirror. I write poetry and study animal behavior for fun.
What's one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?
I am defined by my resilience. I have overcome many obstacles and used them to my benefit instead of letting them limit me.
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Education and training
- Years in practice
- 12 years
- Graduating institute
- Argosy University
- Graduating degree
- Master's of Art in Community Counseling
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