Nikki O’Leary, LPC
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Nikki O’Leary, LPC -Empowering Growth, Healing, and Balance—One Step at a Time.
Nikki O’Leary is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience in the social services field, dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges. She earned her master’s degree in Community Counseling Psychology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and has been a licensed counselor since 2014.
With a background in client-centered therapy, solution-focused techniques, and family systems therapy, Nikki is committed to creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and challenges. She brings extensive experience in crisis management, behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing, ensuring that every client receives personalized, evidence-based care tailored to their unique needs.
Nikki believes that healing and balance are possible for everyone. Whether you’re struggling with personal hardships, relationship difficulties, or major life transitions, she is here to empower you with practical tools and strategies for lasting growth and well-being.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your journey, Nikki is here to help. Reach out today to begin working toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Education:
- Point Park University, Pittsburgh, PA: PhD in Critical Psychology Canidate
- Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana, PA: Masters of Community Counseling Psychology.
Credentials
Licensed Professional Counselor, (LPC). License Number: PC007449, Commonwealth of PA
Trainings & Certifications:
- CPR Certification
- Internship, Younity (formerly Womanspace)- Services for domestic and sexual violence
Population and Specialties:
Nikki takes a holistic approach to therapy, integrating mind, body, and spirit to foster healing and personal growth. She provides individual, marital, and family counseling, specializing in issues such as:
✔ Anxiety & Depression
✔ Adult ADHD
✔ PTSD & Trauma Recovery
✔ Parenting & Family Conflict
✔ Relationship & Marital Challenges
✔ Perinatal & Postnatal Mood Disorders
✔ Life Transitions & Career Stress
✔ Domestic Abuse & Stress Management
✔ Intimate Partner Violence & Domestic Violence
✔ Narcissistic Abuse
✔ Women’s Health
✔ Racial Trauma
✔ Intersectionality