Nicole Sandonato , LPC

Nicole Sandonato is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania with nine years of clinical experience. She works primarily with children and young adults, offering focused support for stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and the emotional challenges of grief and loss. Her practice also addresses broader life transitions and issues within family systems.

Nicole approaches each person as the expert on their own story, helping clients build on their existing strengths to navigate difficult circumstances. She emphasizes practical coping strategies while validating the impact of past experiences, especially when trauma or family dynamics are involved. Her work with younger clients often includes helping families improve communication and find healthier patterns that support healing and growth.

Recognizing that seeking therapy can require courage, Nicole aims to create a welcoming and encouraging environment for people at the start of their therapeutic journey. She supports clients through change by combining compassionate listening with evidence-based techniques suited to their needs, goals, and stage of life.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Flexible Online Care

Nicole uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the needs of children, young adults, and families. She often applies skills-based interventions that teach practical coping strategies for managing stress and anxiety, helping clients build tools they can use in daily life. She also works from a family-systems perspective, addressing patterns of interaction and communication to reduce conflict and strengthen relationships. Additionally, Nicole incorporates trauma-informed strategies when supporting those who have experienced abuse or loss, focusing on safety, stabilization, and gradual processing of difficult memories.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Nicole partners with clients and, when appropriate, their families to identify goals, assess what methods feel most helpful, and adjust the plan as progress is made. This teamwork helps ensure the treatment fits each person’s preferences and circumstances.

Online therapy with Nicole is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around school, work, and family commitments, and to maintain continuity of care during life transitions or while managing competing responsibilities. Licensed professionals can deliver effective, evidence-based support through these formats to meet a variety of needs.