She is a terrific listener, always makes me feel heard and understood, always points me in the right direction and helps me believe in myself just as much as she does.
Nicole Ballas, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Nicole is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Nicole. View 12 reviews
- Great news, Nicole is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New York
Recent reviews
I am so grateful that I was matched with Ms Ballas. She understands the place I am at in my life & its challenges. She is a wonderful listener & gives me such great insight. She has truly made a difference in my life & as such improved my family relationships. She is accessible, kind & the utmost professional. She understands the medical issues that cause me stress as well & empowers me to advocate for myself. I really appreciate the holistic approach.
More about Nicole
- 27 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Hi, my name is Nicole "Niki" Ballas. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of New York with 27+ years of professional work experience. I have extensive experience working with a broad range of mental health issues. I have worked as a primary therapist and managed an Inpatient Psychiatry Unit for over 20 years. I have worked with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, substance use and family conflicts. My counseling style is warm, empathetic and nonjudgmental. I believe that building a strong rapport through trust, genuine listening, compassion, empathy and humor is key to a successful therapist/client relationship. It is important to me that my clients feel heard and validated. My treatment approach is client centered, solutions focused and strength based. Together we can establish goals and my role will be to help empower you to reach your goals. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Addictions
Relationship issues
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Anger management
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
ADHD
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Control issues
Divorce and separation
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Nicole Ballas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912535303.
- LCSW · New York · 054977 · Expires February 2026
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 Nicole Ballas
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She is a terrific listener, always makes me feel heard and understood, always points me in the right direction and helps me believe in myself just as much as she does.
I am so grateful that I was matched with Ms Ballas. She understands the place I am at in my life & its challenges. She is a wonderful listener & gives me such great insight. She has truly made a difference in my life & as such improved my family relationships. She is accessible, kind & the utmost professional. She understands the medical issues that cause me stress as well & empowers me to advocate for myself. I really appreciate the holistic approach.
She’s an incredible therapist who really listens and always gives support ❤️
Amazing therapist!
I love Niki. She is an incredibly generous listener and I always feels she’s present with me and paying attention. I’m so grateful to have the opportunity to talk with her. Thank you so much.
Helpful and kind
Niki is an excellent listener. Never makes me feel judged and I truly feel like I can open up to her about anything. Offers good advice and works with me on a level that makes me feel extremely comfortable. Understands my pace. She is quick to respond and even after a few weeks have helped me to be more calm and at ease then I’ve felt in awhile.
She’s such an amazing therapist. She’s very understanding and patient with me. I appreciate her advice so much and her guidance to helping me make better choices to help in my healing journey. I Highly recommend her!!!
Nicole is a gifted therapist who listens carefully and provides excellent suggestions She is highly responsive and professional at all times. I recommend her without reservation.
Nicole is really great and understands my issues. She has been very helpful in helping me with sleep.
She's such an incredible therapist. She is truly a gifted therapist--she listens and hears you and offers insight when appropriate and it's so easy to talk to her. I highly recommend her.
She is very undrstanding of my problems , makes suggestions & tries to steer me in the right direction to help me get with my problems.
Frequently asked questions
Does Nicole Ballas offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Nicole Ballas 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 Nicole Ballas speak?
Nicole Ballas speaks English.
How many years of experience does Nicole Ballas have?
Nicole Ballas has 27 years of experience.
Where is Nicole Ballas licensed to practice?
Nicole Ballas is licensed to practice in New York.
Does Nicole Ballas accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Nicole Ballas does not accept 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 Nicole Ballas offer?
Nicole Ballas offers clients Client-Centered Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Nicole Ballas?
Nicole Ballas 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 Nicole Ballas?
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.