Nicole McHugh, LPC
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.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Nicole is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Connecticut
More about Nicole
- 14 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 14 years of experience working with the lifespan of ages from adolescence to end of life and neurotypical to neurodivergence. I adapt my therapeutic approach to match the personality and primary concerns of my clients. Models I use include Dialectical Behavior Therapy (Linehan model), motivational interviewing, harm reduction, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Exposure Response Prevention. I am also a Registered Art Therapist which assists talk therapy through the lens of creativity as a personal tool for problem solving.
Specialties
Licenses
Nicole McHugh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457817678.
- LPC · Connecticut · 3182 · Renews October 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Nicole McHugh offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Nicole McHugh 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 McHugh speak?
Nicole McHugh speaks English.
How many years of experience does Nicole McHugh have?
Nicole McHugh has 14 years of experience.
Where is Nicole McHugh licensed to practice?
Nicole McHugh is licensed to practice in Connecticut.
Does Nicole McHugh accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Nicole McHugh accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Nicole McHugh accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Nicole McHugh 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."
How can I communicate with Nicole McHugh?
Nicole McHugh 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 McHugh?
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