Nicole Onorato Hunter, LPC
Therapist in Georgia
Nicole Onorato Hunter is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Georgia.
- License LPC010145, LPC.0018202 · Georgia, Colorado Expires September 2026, August 2027
- NPI 1992165997 · national registry
- Experience and languages 12+ years in practice English
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About Nicole
Nicole Onorato Hunter is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Georgia. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, and parenting pressures. Nicole also supports people dealing with trauma, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and issues around self-esteem or body image.
She uses a practical, collaborative approach in sessions. Nicole listens closely, helps clients name patterns, and works with them to build small, usable skills. Her style is direct but compassionate and avoids judgment while encouraging honest reflection.
Background and approach
Nicole combines several evidence-based methods to fit each person’s needs. She draws from the Gottman Method when relevant for relationship concerns, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for value-driven change, and Attachment-Based Therapy to explore relational patterns. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness practices to address thinking habits and stress.
In therapy people can expect to reframe negative beliefs, practice new coping strategies, and build routines that support emotional wellbeing. Nicole emphasizes self-care rituals and habits that make progress feel sustainable instead of overwhelming. She holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and has 12 years of experience in the field.
Nicole is licensed in Colorado and Georgia as a Licensed Professional Counselor and works with adults age 18 and over.
Credentials
- LPC (Georgia)
- License LPC010145 · expires September 2026
- LPC (Colorado)
- License LPC.0018202 · expires August 2027
- NPI
- 1992165997 · national provider identifier
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Focus areas and approaches
Everything Nicole lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Depression
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Mood disorders
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Somatization
- Women's issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Nicole names
- Gottman Method
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
These are the approaches Nicole names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
Online support
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Nicole often uses the Gottman Method when relationship patterns are a concern; this approach focuses on practical skills for communication, managing conflict, and strengthening connection. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is another frequent tool, which helps people clarify values and take small actions that align with what matters to them. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns affect current bonds and helps people rewrite those patterns for healthier interactions.Deciding which approach to use is part of the work. Nicole treats this as a collaborative process and will help clients pick techniques that match their goals, needs, and comfort. She may combine methods over time so the plan fits changing issues and real-life setbacks.
Online formats offered include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls let people work face-to-face and practice communication skills in real time. Phone sessions are a lower-bandwidth option and can fit into a work break. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for brief check-ins, skill practice, and when writing is easier than speaking. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to fit into busy lives.
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Frequently asked
What kinds of concerns does Nicole address?
She supports adults with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, ADHD, bipolar concerns, and related struggles.
What is Nicole's therapeutic style?
Her approach is collaborative and straightforward. Sessions are compassionate and focused on practical steps clients can try between meetings.
What experience does she bring?
Nicole has 12 years of experience working in mental health and brings a mix of clinical approaches to suit different needs.
What credentials and region apply?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Colorado and Georgia and is based in Georgia.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions delivered online?
Nicole provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as session formats to fit different schedules and needs.
How are costs and scheduling handled?
Cost varies with location and availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time; to begin, select Start Therapy, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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