Nicole Trister Psychotherapist
About

Nicole Trister, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker · New York, New Jersey & Connecticut
I’m a psychotherapist offering concierge individual and couples therapy for high-functioning, high-profile clients in New York and beyond. My work is grounded in evidence-based methods — CBT, DBT, ACT, and exposure and response prevention — and in a willingness to hold up an honest mirror.
Below is my full clinical background: education, licensure, professional experience, and the post-graduate training that continues to shape how I work.
Education
NYU Silver School
of Social Work
Licensed In
New York · New Jersey
Connecticut
Practicing Since
2019
Core Methods
CBT · DBT · ACT · ERP
i. · Education

Education

2021

New York University, Silver School of Social Work

Master of Social Work
2019

University of Wisconsin–Madison

B.S., Psychology · Minor in Entrepreneurship
ii. · Licensure

Licensure

New York

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

License #098933
New Jersey

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

License #44SC06585900
Connecticut

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

License #16423
iii. · Experience

Professional Experience

June 2026 – Present

Private Practice

Licensed Clinical Social Worker · New York, NY
Individual and couples psychotherapy for adults navigating anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, burnout, and relationship distress. Treatment grounded in CBT, DBT, ACT, and exposure and response prevention; couples work informed by the Gottman Method.
2025 – 2026

Evoke Psychology

Licensed Clinical Social Worker · New York, NY
Individual psychotherapy with adolescents, young adults, and adults using CBT and DBT.
2022 – 2025

Avita Psychological Services

Licensed Master Social Worker · New York, NY
Individual psychotherapy with young adults and adults from a psychodynamic and psychoanalytic orientation.
2023

New Pathways Counseling Center

Licensed Master Social Worker · Brooklyn, NY
Part-time telehealth psychotherapy with young adults.
2021 – 2022

Essen HealthCare

Licensed Master Social Worker · Bronx, NY
Individual psychotherapy with young adults and adults living with serious mental illness in a community health setting serving a predominantly low-income population.
2020 – 2021

High Focus Centers

MSW Intern — Graduate Field Placement · Norwalk, CT
Intensive outpatient (IOP) and partial hospitalization (PHP) services for adolescents with substance use and eating disorders.
2019 – 2020

Montefiore Medical Center

MSW Intern — Graduate Field Placement · Bronx, NY
Short-term psychotherapy in the outpatient behavioral health clinic.
iv. · Continuing Education

Post-Graduate Training

  • CBT: Basics and Beyond — Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy (2026)
  • Comprehensive CBT, 5-Day Intensive — CBC Consultants (2025)
  • Comprehensive DBT, 5-Day Intensive — CBC Consultants (2025)
  • Gottman Method Couples Therapy  Level 1 Trained (2023)
  • Gottman Method Couples Therapy  Level 2 Trained (2026)
  • Evidence-Based Behavioral Interventions (CPI & CPS) for Disruptive Behavior in Children — Therapy West Psychology (2025)
  • Understanding and Treating OCD: An ACT Approach — Jonathan S. Abramowitz (2026)
  • Overview of DBT Skills and Skills Training — Neuhoff Psychological Consulting (2026)
  • ACT Approach to OCD and Exposure-Based Therapy — North Coast Psychological Services (2026)
In Their Words

What others are saying on Google Reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ Based on Google reviews
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“Nicole is one of the kindest, most compassionate people I know. She has such a warm, thoughtful approach and makes people feel truly seen, heard, and supported. Her empathy and genuine care for others are evident in everything she does. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a therapist who creates a safe and welcoming space!!”

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“I know Nicole to be incredibly and naturally compassionate. Her clients feel a strong sense of warmth and comfort upon first meeting with her. She is extremely knowledgeable in her specialized fields, which blends perfectly with her strong work ethic and passion for helping others. I highly recommend working with her!”

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“I've had the pleasure of getting to know Nicole and have been consistently impressed by both her clinical expertise and the genuine care she brings to her work. She has a warm, grounded presence that helps people feel at ease, while also creating space for meaningful growth and lasting change.”

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“I've been to different therapists before and haven't found the time very valuable. My experience with Nicole has been very different to say the least. I learn a lot from our conversations, and I highly recommend!”

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“Nicole is a very passionate and empathetic clinician. She works closely with you to create goals and is with you every step of the way through life's challenges. Nicole is very personable as well, which makes the development of trust so effortless.”

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“Nicole is a very compassionate person. She is a good listener and is always professional. Anyone would be lucky to have Nicole as a therapist.”

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“I have known Nicole for about 2 years. Conversations are always easy and insightful. She is very professional and has always been very helpful to me. Great communicator!”

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“Finding Nicole was one of the best decisions I've made. The atmosphere she creates is calming and her level of care is outstanding.”

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If this feels like the right fit, let's talk.

Consultations are held privately and by inquiry.