- CBT methods
- DBT skills
- Motivational interviewing
About Nicholas
Dr. Nicholas Schweizer is an LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) based in Maryland with 18 years of clinical experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, addiction, mood issues and young adult concerns. He also works with people facing relationship strain, sleep problems, career uncertainty and ADHD-related challenges.
He trained in clinical community counseling and completed doctoral work in education with a counseling specialization. He has extensive experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings and has provided educational programs and consultations in mental health and substance use. That background shapes how he structures sessions and sets practical goals.
In sessions he uses clear, skills-focused methods drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. He helps people learn coping skills, manage strong emotions and make stepwise changes around substance use and daily routines. Sessions are straightforward and action-oriented.
His work often suits young adults dealing with life transitions - leaving home, starting work, or feeling behind peers. He also supports people managing bipolar disorder, depression, social anxiety and smoking or vaping cessation. He accepts international clients and conducts work in English.
People who want practical strategies and an educational approach may find his style helpful. To begin, follow the site's booking flow and complete the short matching questionnaire to schedule an initial session.
How his approaches translate to online work
Dr. Schweizer commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing in his work. CBT focuses on spotting unhelpful thinking and changing behaviors through practical exercises and homework. It is often used for anxiety, depression and stress that affect day-to-day life.Motivational Interviewing is a conversational method that helps people find their own reasons to change. It is frequently used when addressing substance use, smoking or vaping cessation and other behaviors where ambivalence gets in the way.
Picking a therapeutic approach is part of the process. He will work collaboratively to identify methods that fit the client’s goals and preferences, and adjust them as progress is made. That means trying skills, checking what helps, and changing course if something does not fit.
The original biography does not list which online session formats are offered. Confirm the available session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so therapy can be scheduled around work or school commitments.
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addiction, bipolar disorder, depression, relationship strain, sleep problems, self-esteem, career questions and young adult issues.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses practical, skills-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to build coping skills and actionable plans.
How long has he practiced?
He has 18 years of clinical experience in mental health and substance use treatment across outpatient and inpatient settings.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is an LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) licensed in Maryland and works from that state.
Can non-US residents work with him?
Yes, he accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.
Which session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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