Last edited 09/30/2021
Victoria Nolen
Accepting New Clients
Get To Know Me
What does a first session with you look like?
The first session is one of the most important, and serves as both the assessment and "get to know you" session. Our first session together serves two purposes: 1). Helping me as your potential therapist learn about your life, values and goals for therapy and 2). Helping you determine if we will be a good fit for one another, and if you wish to continue a working therapeutic relationship moving forward.
What do you view as a key component of the therapeutic relationship?
I see connection and trust as the primary components in the therapeutic relationship. Because successful therapy largely hinges on the therapeutic relationship, building therapeutic rapport, trust and overall connection with one another are some of the most important pieces in creating a "good fit," and thus, a positive working relationship where you can feel secure, valued and open.
What does success look like in therapy? How will a client know that they are making progress?
Success in therapy can look many different ways. My job is to help you to discover what success in therapy looks like for you. Progress is certainly that - progressive - and happens a little at a time. Because of this, at times you may be making progress and not "feel" like it. However, in general, some signs of progress can include the following: overall feeling better, feeling less anxious or depressed, experiencing improved relationships, understanding more of who you are, having less symptoms of trauma, listening to your own inner wisdom more readily, feeling more stable or balanced, experiencing greater compassion for yourself and others, and living life with a greater sense of abiding joy.
Specialties
Specializes in
AnxietyLife coachingSpirituality & religion based issuesTraumaWomen's issues
General Expertise
DepressionCareersLoss/GriefSelf-EsteemAttachment issuesBody image issuesCollege & graduate student issuesCommunication issuesDissociative disordersIdentity developmentLife transitionsMood disordersPhysical wellnessPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Premarital counselingPremenstrual dysphoric disorderStressCoping Skills
Treatment Approaches
Mindfulness PracticesPerson-Centered TherapySomatic TherapyCoachingCompassion-Focused TherapyExpressive Arts TherapyIntegrative TherapyRelational Therapy
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Family TherapyIndividual TherapyCouples Counseling
Serves Ages
ParentsYoung Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)Seniors (65+)
Languages
English
Professional Background
LicensureGeorgia, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC011084
Training/CertificationsBrainspottingTrauma Sensitive YogaSomatic Coaching
Education
Master of Arts, Professional Counseling, Richmont Graduate University
Bachelor of Science, Psychology, University of Georgia
Work HistoryVictoria is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Georgia, as well as an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher. She graduated with her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Richmont Graduate University and her Bachelor of Science from the University of Georgia. She also received her yoga teaching certification from Five Points Yoga Studio in Athens, GA, while receiving additional certifications in Trauma Sensitive Yoga, Sozo and Somatics, and Somatic Coaching. Victoria has been a practicing clinician and instructor since 2015. She has experience working with a variety of populations, counseling clients ages 3 to 75.
Victoria describes her clinical approach as person-centered, mindfulness-based, and holistically focused. Her work focuses on integrating a diverse repertoire of techniques into therapy, depending on client desire and needs, including Brainspotting, Trauma Sensitive Yoga, Mindfulness, and Expressive Arts Therapies (Art, Writing, Music, Poetry, and Expressive Movement). She also offers Faith-Based modalities for those who desire to incorporate their Spirituality into treatment. Victoria provides counseling and coaching services, while specializing in Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief/Loss, Spiritual Formation, and Life Transitions.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy.
Victoria Nolen, LPC, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.
Is Victoria Nolen accepting new clients?
Yes, Victoria Nolen is accepting new clients.
Does Victoria Nolen accept insurance?
No, Victoria Nolen does not accept insurance.
What types of therapy does Victoria Nolen offer?
Victoria Nolen offers therapy for couples, families and individuals.
Does Victoria Nolen offer in-person appointments?
No, but people in Georgia can book Victoria Nolen for virtual appointments (teletherapy).
Does Victoria Nolen offer online therapy?
Yes, Victoria Nolen offers online therapy to people in Georgia.
How quickly can I see Victoria Nolen?
Victoria Nolen typically can speak with new clients within 48 hours. You can see their current general office hours and request an appointment on their profile page.
What languages does Victoria Nolen speak?
Victoria Nolen conducts therapy sessions in English.
Can I book an appointment with Victoria Nolen online?
Yes, you can easily book an appointment with Victoria Nolen online using ChoosingTherapy.com’s directory.
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