Nikki Goins, LCSW

Nikki Goins is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who focuses on helping people change thoughts and everyday habits that get in the way of feeling better. She offers straightforward, practical support for anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, anger, and relationship struggles. Nikki keeps sessions collaborative and nonjudgmental so people can try new strategies in real life.

She uses proven techniques to teach coping skills and build routines that reduce daily strain. That may include practicing new ways of thinking, learning how to manage strong emotions, and setting small goals that add up over time. Nikki also brings experience addressing issues like substance use, codependency, obsessive-compulsive patterns, mood challenges, phobias, impulsivity, and post-traumatic stress.

Nikki completed her Master’s degree at the University of Texas at Arlington and holds LCSW licenses in New Mexico and Texas. She began clinical work in 2022 and has four years of practice experience. Her background includes supporting people through life transitions and behavioral concerns with a calm, steady approach.

Sessions aim to leave people with clear tools they can use between meetings. Nikki works side by side with clients to identify strengths and create practical plans. The focus is on small, manageable steps that lead to meaningful change over time.

Evidence-based techniques for changing thoughts and habits

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with small experiments. It helps with anxiety, depression, and patterns like compulsions or negative self-talk by teaching concrete thinking and behavior changes.

DBT, or Dialectical Behavior Therapy, teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. It is useful when strong emotions or impulsivity get in the way of daily functioning and relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and try methods that match the client’s needs, goals, and preferences. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made over time based on what helps most.

Confirm the session formats before booking, as the profile does not list specific options. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals can tailor the pace and homework to fit everyday routines so therapy supports real-world change without adding extra burden.