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Rochelle Nakoa, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Rochelle is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Rochelle. View 4 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Missouri

Recent reviews

Wonderful listener and incredibly understanding

Reviewed August 2024

Most amazing therapist I’ve ever had! Super kind and understanding, genuinely cares!

Reviewed May 2023

More about Rochelle

  • 12 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

​Aloha my name is Rochelle Nakoa. I am an LCSW and have been licensed for 11 years. I have worked with hospice patients and families for end-of-life care. As a readjustment counselor I assisted veterans and families to transition back to civilian life. While working as a therapist with active military I assisted in the areas of substance abuse, relationships with family and command. As Chief of Mental Health working in the Department of Corrections I provided individual and group therapy to Men, Women and Transgender populations incarcerated. All of these experiences afforded me to specialize in  Sexual Trauma and Intimate Partner Violence.

  ​I use Person-Centered Therapy. Person-Centered Therapy focuses on an individual with recognizing who they are and assisting them to become who they desire to be. This process consists of putting thoughts to paper and organizing them in a way to more clearly understand your circumstances and what you need to transition into living your best life.  By providing a safe and judgment free environment this allows the individual to rid themselves of burden and shame to make the transition into your true self.

Specialties

Addictions Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Career difficulties Depression Stress Anxiety LGBT Relationship issues Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Avoidant personality Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fertility issues First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hearing impaired HIV / AIDS Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Existential Therapy
  • Gottman Method
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

Rochelle Nakoa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194061440.

  • LCSW · Missouri · 2012013818 · Expires September 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Rochelle Nakoa

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

4 reviews

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Clients mention: Understanding Amazing Attentive Empathetic Excellent Wonderful She helps

Wonderful listener and incredibly understanding

Reviewed August 2024

Most amazing therapist I’ve ever had! Super kind and understanding, genuinely cares!

Reviewed May 2023

Rochelle is exceptionally intelligent and empathetic. I have no doubt that whoever she helps next will love their time with her and gain a lot from knowing her.

Reviewed January 2022

Rochelle is excellent. She is an attentive listener, and is able to relate to my issues without my having to explain every nuance. I left our sessions feeling more positive and better equipped to deal with what had been weighing on my mind.

Reviewed November 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Rochelle Nakoa offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Rochelle Nakoa works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Rochelle Nakoa speak?

Rochelle Nakoa speaks English.

How many years of experience does Rochelle Nakoa have?

Rochelle Nakoa has 12 years of experience.

Where is Rochelle Nakoa licensed to practice?

Rochelle Nakoa is licensed to practice in Missouri.

Does Rochelle Nakoa accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Rochelle Nakoa accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Rochelle Nakoa offer?

Rochelle Nakoa offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Rochelle Nakoa?

Rochelle Nakoa can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Rochelle Nakoa?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.