Dr. Emily Nichols is a licensed psychologist who specializes in treating adolescents and adults with anxiety and depressive disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and difficulties with managing emotions. She also specializes in working with parents and caregivers of individuals who have these challenges, often working within the family system to bring about understanding and problem-solving.

Dr. Nichols is dedicated to delivering evidence-based treatments and has received extensive training in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Parent Management Training (PMT), and other interventions designed to support the family system including the Family Wellbeing Approach and Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE).

In her clinical work, Dr. Nichols strives to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere where clients can express themselves without fear of judgment and gain tools for navigating life’s challenges. Informed by her DBT training, she is passionate about balancing acceptance and change during the therapy process, meeting clients where they are and supporting their growth every step of the way. Dr. Nichols especially enjoys working with parents, couples, and families to enhance the relationship and reduce conflict in the home. She is particularly skilled in helping clients bridge the gap during miscommunications, creating a more constructive and compassionate exchange between parties.

Originally from Connecticut, Emily is still on the lookout to find a pizza place in the city that rivals the New Haven holy trinity (Pepe’s, Sally’s, and Modern). Outside of work, you can find her curled up with a good book, hosting game nights, or hanging out with her niece, whom she affectionately calls Noodle.