About Me...
My name is Marissa Nickel, and I am licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) for the state of Idaho. I have lived in the Boise-area all of my life, and have a special appreciation for and fondness of the Treasure Valley and its people. I have 28 years experience working within the human-service sector, and have now been active in the counseling community for 20 years. Additionally, I am an adjunct faculty at Boise State University and I teach clinically-relevant courses for the School of Social Work.
My preferred areas of practice and treatment specialization include: parenting; LGBTQ+ issues; interpersonal relationships; depression; anxiety; mood management; trauma/abuse; family dynamics; adjustment/transition; and grief/loss. I have experience working with clients of all ages, abilities, and diagnoses as well as individuals, couples, and families. Blending both conventional and alternative approaches, I draw on mindfulness practice in combination with cognitive-behavioral, family systems, and solution-focused therapy techniques to incorporate what will be most helpful and beneficial to each individual client. My focus is on the development of a strong therapeutic alliance, as I believe that by fostering a trusting, safe relationship between client and therapist, personal growth is achieved and emotional awareness is obtained. I am strongly invested in empowering clients, and I do so by way of providing validation, emotional support, empathy, and education. I actively participate in advocacy related to the BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities, and work in collaboration and support of these individiuals by means of providing affirming and partnering care.
Please visit my profile on Psychology Today for more detailed information on my philosophy of care and my treatment specialties.