Meet Mrs. Nikki Tucker
Nicole provides therapy for:
Children (age 5 and up)
Tweens and teens
Young adults and college students
Parents and caregivers
Adults navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, or major life transitions
She welcomes clients seeking a therapist in Tampa or Jacksonville, FL who values creative, expressive, and trauma-informed approaches.
Therapy Specialties
Nicole specializes in counseling for:
Anxiety and stress
Depression and mood concerns
Trauma and adverse childhood experiences
Life transitions (school changes, new parenthood, job stress)
Emotional regulation and self-esteem
Parent-child support and family communication
Her work focuses on helping clients build resilience, self-awareness, and confidence while navigating meaningful change.
Therapeutic Modalities Approaches
Nicole tailors her approach to each client, integrating evidence-based and creative therapies. Her modalities include:
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) for trauma and emotional processing (similar to EMDR)
Play therapy and expressive arts for children, teens, and adults
Sand tray therapy for symbolic and somatic processing
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns
Sessions are collaborative and personalized to meet each client’s unique needs and goals.
Nicole’s Therapeutic Approach
Nicole creates a safe, empathetic environment where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. She believes deep healing comes from understanding how past experiences shape current patterns and developing practical tools for emotional regulation, self-expression, and resilience.
Her approach is strengths-based, creative, and client-centered, fostering growth in a supportive and empowering way.
Why Nicole Became a Therapist
From a young age, Nicole was drawn to helping and listening to others. Her early work as a preschool teacher sparked her interest in how behavior and emotions intersect with life experiences and relationships. This curiosity led her to pursue a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Stetson University.
Her professional and personal experiences working with children, teens, adults, and families shaped a compassionate, growth-focused approach that honors each client’s story.
Education, Licensure & Experience:
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida
Trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) for trauma
Trained in play therapy, sand tray therapy, and expressive arts approaches
Experienced in working with children, teens, adults, and families
Her clinical expertise combines creativity, compassion, and trauma-informed care.
Therapy in Tampa, Jacksonville & Online Across Florida
Nicole offers:
In-person therapy in Jacksonville, FL
Telehealth therapy throughout Florida
Nicole is frequently sought out as a trauma-informed and play therapy-trained counselor in Tampa and Jacksonville, FL. This flexibility allows clients to access care in the way that fits their schedule and needs.
Schedule a Session with Nicole Tucker
If you’re seeking a caring, creative, and trauma-informed therapist in Tampa or Jacksonville, FL, Nicole is here to support your path forward. Whether you’re working through anxiety, depression, emotional regulation concerns, or life transitions, Nicole offers understanding, skill-building, and meaningful guidance.
👉 Schedule a session today to start your healing journey.
Nikki’s Link for Online Sessions is: https://doxy.me/ntserenemind
Therapist Availability: Accepting new counseling clients for individual online sessions and in person at our Jacksonville office
Mrs. Nikki would love to support you in the following specialty areas:
