Meet Nicole Freire, MA, PLPC
Nicole Freire, MA, PLPC, is a caring therapist in New Orleans who helps individuals, couples, families and teens feel heard, understood and better equipped for everyday life. Nicole Freire offers $100 counseling sessions online anywhere in Louisiana and in person by request, working in collaboration with Magnolia Family Counseling.
Her goal is simple: to make professional, evidence-based therapy accessible, warm and practical, so cost never stands in the way of healing.
Nicole Freire’s Education and Credentials
Nicole Freire holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She is a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor (PLPC) in Louisiana, a credential issued by the Louisiana Licensed Professional Counselors Board of Examiners.
Her training gives her a strong foundation in mental health care and the confidence to work with a wide range of emotional and relational concerns, from anxiety and depression to family conflict and life transitions.
How Nicole Freire Approaches Therapy
Nicole takes a humanistic, person-centered approach. That means she starts by listening, works to understand your unique perspective, and builds a collaborative plan with you rather than for you. She aims to create a “brave space” as well as a safe one: a place where you can be honest, try new skills and grow.
Her work is rooted in emotional literacy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Together you will name what you feel, notice the patterns of thinking behind it, and practice tools you can use between sessions. Depending on your goals, Nicole also draws on:
- Skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for managing intense emotions
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and mindfulness
- Trauma-informed care that moves at your pace
- Emotion-focused and family-systems work for couples and families
Who Nicole Freire Works With
Nicole works with teens, adults and older adults, as well as couples and families. Common reasons people reach out include:
- Anxiety, stress and worry
- Depression, low mood and grief
- Trauma and difficult life experiences
- Relationship problems, communication and rebuilding trust
- Family conflict, parenting challenges and co-parenting
- Child and teen concerns such as behavior, school stress and ADHD
- Self-esteem, anger and major life transitions
See the full list of therapy services for more detail.
What Therapy With Nicole Freire Looks Like
Sessions are 50 minutes. Your first session focuses on getting to know you: what brings you in, your history and what you want to change. From there you and Nicole set goals and decide how often to meet, usually weekly or every other week.
Progress is reviewed along the way, so you always know where things stand. Many clients notice they feel lighter and more in control within the first few months, while others choose longer-term support. Read more about how long therapy takes.
Online Therapy Across Louisiana With Nicole Freire
Most clients choose secure telehealth sessions for the convenience. Online therapy lets you meet with Nicole Freire from home, work or anywhere private in Louisiana, which makes it easier to stay consistent. In-person sessions are also available by request; ask about the current office when you schedule. Learn more about online therapy in Louisiana.
5 Reasons Clients Choose Nicole Freire
- Affordable, transparent pricing. Every individual, couples and family session is $100. See the fees page for other services.
- One consistent therapist. You work with Nicole every session, so you never have to start your story over.
- Evidence-based care. CBT and related approaches give you practical skills, not just a place to talk.
- Flexible scheduling. Online sessions across Louisiana, with in-person sessions by request.
- A warm, collaborative style. Clients describe feeling listened to and understood.
Professional Memberships
Nicole is connected to the counseling and psychology community through organizations including the American Counseling Association, the American Psychological Association, Chi Sigma Iota and Psi Chi. You can also find her on Psychology Today.
Start Working With Nicole Freire
Taking the first step is often the hardest part. A free consultation is a no-pressure way to ask questions and see whether Nicole is the right therapist for you. Call or text 504-321-3499, email southerntherapyandcounseling@gmail.com, or book a free consultation online.
Have more questions? Visit the frequently asked questions page.
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