Psychotherapist.
Instigator.
Licensed “A-ha!” Provider.

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A woman with wavy brown hair, blue eyes, and light skin, wearing a blue short-sleeved button-up shirt and gold jewelry, standing against an orange background, smiling slightly.

I'm Kate Nichols, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience in clinical therapy, corporate wellness, and comedy.

I've delivered workshops and crisis services for organizations including Viacom, CBS, HBO, PSE&G, and NYU Langone. I’ve consulted with Laughing Together, Chris Gethard's mental health nonprofit, and I've been featured in Time magazine on the intersection of comedy and mental health.

But credentials only get you so far.

I have a natural ability to meet people where they are, whether that's a roomful of skeptical employees who would rather be anywhere else or a nonprofit team that's been running on fumes and needs someone to acknowledge that out loud before anything else can happen.

People often say I make them feel safe, seen, and like they can show up as they actually are - and nothing makes me prouder.

Logos to Impress You

HBO logo in black and blue.
Logo for PSG & G with a sunburst icon in orange and black colors
The word "VIACOM" written in bold blue text
Laughter Together logo with a distressed orange circle containing a black microphone, accompanied by the text "Laughter Together" in white, stylized font.
Stevens Institute of Technology logo featuring a red and black stylized building with a clock tower, the year 1870, and text 'Stevens Institute of Technology' and 'The Innovation University'.
Logo for NYU Langone Health in purple text with a stylized crescent shape.
The word 'cca' written in stylized font with a molecular structure graphic on the right.
Logo for CBS in black serif font with an icon of an eye

Ways to Work Together

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  • "Highly recommended to any organization looking to invest in the well-being and effectiveness of their staff"

    “Kate delivered an engaging and insightful keynote that truly resonated with our team of higher education administrators. She has a unique ability to blend clinical expertise with relatability, using humor, storytelling, and practical strategies to help us better understand stress, burnout, and the underlying patterns that often drive them.

    In the private session she facilitated afterward, Kate created a space that felt safe, collaborative, and tailored to our specific challenges in higher education. She provided actionable tools for managing stress, setting boundaries, and navigating the emotional demands of our roles, while also encouraging deeper reflection on how our experiences shape the way we show up at work.

    The impact was immediate and lasting. Our team walked away feeling more self-aware, supported, and equipped with strategies we could immediately apply. Kate’s ability to connect, engage, and provide meaningful takeaways makes her an exceptional speaker and facilitator. “

    -Kelly Ceccacci, Higher Education Professional, Stevens Institute of Technology, Fairleigh Dickinson University

  • "Our external consultant for over 6 years"

    "Kate brings great value to EAP supports while demonstrating strong clinical skills and a necessary understanding of the potential of organizational needs. We selected Kate to be on our Preferred Provider Network because of these attributes and reliability in supporting complex requests.”

    —Peter Haber, Clinical Director, Corporate Counseling Associates

  • "Kate makes every session engaging and impactful."

    Kate Nichols has been an incredible resource for our team at Studio 260 Salon, hosting powerful Zoom workshops on topics like imposter syndrome, money mindset, and managing anxiety behind the chair. Her approachable nature and magnetic personality consistently makes her workshops some of our most attended team events. I love being able to provide this kind of mental health and personal growth support for my stylists, and our team always walks away feeling more confident, supported, and empowered.

    - Charlie Kristie - Owner of Studio 260 Salon

  • " A thoughtful, grounded, and attuned therapist who brings both warmth and depth to her work."

    I’ve worked closely with Kate in EMDR consultation since 2022 and have consistently been impressed by her ability to balance strong clinical skill with relational presence. She creates a space where clients feel safe enough to be vulnerable while also gently encouraging growth and movement toward healing. I’ve seen her guide clients through difficult memories with care, skill, and sensitivity, reducing the impact of present-day triggers. Kate is reflective, compassionate, and deeply committed to both her clients and her own continued growth as a clinician. I recommend her wholeheartedly.”

    -Nicole Banas, LCSW - EMDRIA Consultant

Get in Touch

Every engagement starts with a conversation. Tell me what you're working on, what your people are dealing with, and what you're hoping to create, and I’ll craft a custom proposal for you pronto. 

I'm easy to talk to. I promise the intake process is nothing like therapy.