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Nicole Drake, LPC, LCMHC

Experienced counselor guiding life and career transitions
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Trauma and grief work
  • Career and life coaching

About Nicole Drake

Nicole Drake is a licensed counselor with 23 years of professional experience who works with people facing a wide range of life challenges. She holds credentials as an LPC and an LCMHC - LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor and LCMHC stands for Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor - and maintains licensure across state lines to support clients in different settings.

Her practice focuses on addressing stress and anxiety, grief and loss, self-esteem and motivation, career concerns, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, anger, depression, ADHD, and compassion fatigue. She also supports clients exploring life purpose and young adult issues, and offers coaching-oriented work for those seeking more direction and practical strategies.

Nicole emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental approach that helps people share thoughts and feelings honestly and explore change at a comfortable pace. She frames therapy as a collaborative process that aims to empower clients, build confidence, and create clearer pathways toward a more fulfilling life.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Life purposeYoung adult issues

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Nicole Drake have?

Nicole Drake has 23 years of professional experience.

Is Nicole Drake a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LPC and LCMHC. License details are PA LPC PC005167 and NC LCMHC 12397.

In which languages does Nicole Drake provide therapy?

Nicole Drake provides therapy in English.

Where is Nicole Drake located?

Nicole Drake is located in North Carolina.

How can I work with Nicole Drake as my therapist?

You can work with Nicole Drake through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Nicole Drake work with international clients?

Nicole Drake does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Nicole Drake cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit For You?



Many people ask whether online therapy can create meaningful change. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One of the most practical benefits is flexibility. Individuals can connect with a therapist in the format that works best for them - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which makes it easier to fit care into busy schedules and varied routines. Licensed professionals offer these different options, and people may switch therapists if they would like a different fit.

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