Nicole Agostini Robinson , LCSW-R

Nicole Agostini Robinson brings two decades of clinical experience to her practice in New York. As an LCSW-R - a licensed clinical social worker registered in New York - she has practiced within large health care systems and smaller community-based organizations, supporting individuals and families through a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges.

Her work has focused on depression, anxiety, and stress connected to career pressures, family responsibilities, role transitions, and interpersonal conflicts. She has also supported people coping with chronic or terminal illness, varying degrees of trauma, and other mental health disturbances, offering practical strategies to manage symptoms and improve daily functioning.

Nicole understands that major life changes and losses - including the disruption of routines and the cumulative effects of collective events - can lead to reactions that prompt a reassessment of how one lives. She recognizes that stress often affects both mental and physical well-being and that the path to greater wellness typically unfolds over time.

Collaborative by practice, Nicole prioritizes listening with compassion and empathy while working alongside clients to set and pursue meaningful goals. She aims to empower people, support their healing process, and help them move toward a more fulfilling life through tailored, strengths-based interventions.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Nicole uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical skills to manage anxiety, depression, and stress. This approach focuses on changing thinking and behavior patterns that contribute to current difficulties.

Motivational Interviewing is another approach she employs to support clients who are considering change. It uses collaborative, goal-oriented conversation to strengthen a person’s own motivation and commitment when facing challenges like career shifts, caregiving stress, or lifestyle adjustments.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Nicole works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they explore options and adjust strategies over time to ensure the work feels relevant and achievable.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone conversations, live chat, or text-based messaging - allowing clients to access care from home, work, or while managing caregiving responsibilities. These options make regular engagement with licensed professionals and therapists more accessible for people with busy schedules, mobility limits, or geographic constraints.