About Nicholas
Nicholas "Nick" Cross helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, or life changes. He is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, LICSW, practicing in Minnesota. Nick writes short, clear plans focused on what matters to each person.
He speaks English and keeps conversations direct and respectful. Nick uses practical strategies to boost motivation and confidence. He helps people break big problems into smaller steps.
Sessions focus on workable changes you can try between meetings.
How Nicholas works
His aim is to make progress feel doable, not overwhelming. He draws on approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to shape conversations. That means looking at unhelpful thinking patterns, tapping into personal motivation, and finding quick, useful solutions.
He adapts these methods to fit each person’s needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all plan. Over four years of practice, Nick has worked with people facing mood struggles and attention challenges like ADHD. He also helps with workplace stress, money worries, blended family concerns, and issues rooted in family of origin.
Sessions are collaborative and goal-oriented, with clear steps to track progress. People meet him by choosing the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a time that fits. He aims to support parents and young adults through practical problem solving and steady encouragement.
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What Nicholas works with
The areas below are the ones Nicholas selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Anger management
- Self esteem
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Training and background
| Register | LICSW |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 4 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Minnesota |
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Online support options
How these approaches work online
Nick uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice patterns of thinking that feed anxiety or low mood and then test small behavioral changes. Motivational Interviewing is used to strengthen a person's own reasons for change and to set achievable goals. Solution-Focused Therapy helps identify what’s already working and build on brief, practical steps that can make daily life easier.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and then try methods that fit those needs. If one way doesn’t feel helpful, he adjusts the plan together with the client until it does.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which makes therapy more flexible. Video sessions allow real-time conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging work well for quick updates, brief problem-solving, or when writing helps organize thoughts. These options let people fit therapy into work days, school schedules, or busy family routines.
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