Nicole Reineri , LPC

Nicole Reineri trained in psychology at the undergraduate level and earned a master’s degree in professional counseling from Lindenwood University. Her pre-therapist career included work in vocational rehabilitation, pain management, drug and alcohol addiction services, and applied behavior analysis, experiences that inform a practical and multifaceted approach to care. During her master’s practicum at Northwest High School she led group work with at-risk youth and provided individual crisis counseling to students, and she has also taught introductory undergraduate psychology at Jefferson College.

Nicole describes clients as whole people whose concerns often extend beyond a single diagnostic label. She blends several evidence-informed methods to help people clarify their thoughts, identify feelings, and strengthen coping skills, drawing particularly on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, person-centered approaches, and other directional interventions to support meaningful change. As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), she focuses on helping individuals navigate stress, anxiety, relationship and family challenges, trauma, grief, addictions, identity and intimacy issues, parenting concerns, career transitions, and related life changes.

Nicole maintains a private practice in Missouri but is not currently accepting new clients. Her therapeutic stance emphasizes acceptance, curiosity, and intentional growth, with the aim of guiding people toward greater calm, insight, and a more satisfying daily life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Remote Care

Nicole commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then take actions that align with their values - an approach often useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes empathy and unconditional regard so clients can explore their experience at their own pace and build self-directed insight and resilience. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is part of her toolkit as well, offering structured techniques to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical coping skills for mood, anxiety, and behavioral concerns.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Nicole works with each person to understand their needs, goals, and preferences, then tailors methods and pacing so the work fits the individual. That shared decision-making helps ensure therapy feels relevant and workable.

Because Nicole offers sessions via video calls, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging, clients benefit from flexible scheduling and easier access to support across different settings. These options allow people to engage in therapy in ways that match their routines, comfort level, and availability while still working with a licensed professional committed to helping them make meaningful changes.