Candis Nikolic, MSW, LSW

Are you feeling lost, stressed, burnt-out, or just not able to manage your life? Have you experienced trauma and unsure how to move forward? I understand. Struggling with emotional and mental health issues like anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress management, and unresolved trauma can feel hopeless and overwhelming. I am here to help. I am a Licensed Social Worker specializing in young adult, adult, and family issues. I attained my B.S. in Family, Consumer, and Nutrition Sciences with a minor in Women’s Studies and my M.S.W. in Social Work with an emphasis on Family Social Services. My diverse background of over 10 years of experience allows me to help both individual clients, families and group members learn and grow as we work through life’s many challenges together.

My goal is to create a safe and accepting space to promote healing. I have a special interest in treatment of anxiety, depression, PTSD and utilize trauma-informed therapies. For example, I integrate a variety of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and other trauma informed strategies helping clients to create positive change.

My approach is collaborative, client-centered, and strength-based. Clients often discover meaningful solutions to complex problems including anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, and multicultural issues. In addition, I speak fluent Spanish making me uniquely able to support clients struggling with communication or multicultural issues.

My style is relaxed, down to earth and strength-based providing clients a safe space to learn, explore and grow by developing healthy strategies to better manage life’s challenges. Don’t suffer alone, call today and let’s take this journey together.