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

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

Ways to Work Together

  • Most workplace wellness programming puts people to sleep. Mine doesn't - and I have the participant feedback forms to prove it.

    Whether I'm running a multi-day training or a focused hourlong workshop, I design every session to be engaging, practical, and grounded in real clinical frameworks. People leave with a lighter step and tools they can actually use, not a handout they'll trash on the way to the parking garage.

    Topics can include:

    • Imposter Syndrome: understanding where it comes from and how to stop letting it run the show

    • Stress Management and the Nervous System: practical, accessible education on why your body does what it does under pressure, and how to work with it instead of against it

    • Self-Care That Actually Works: beyond bubble baths and buzzwords, this is about building sustainable habits that protect your energy and your effectiveness

    • Healthy Boundaries in the Workplace: how to show up fully for the people you serve without running yourself into the ground

    • Values and Purpose: helping your people get clear on what matters to them and how to move toward it, even inside a busy organization

    • Mindfulness in Practice: approachable, jargon-free techniques that people will actually use after they leave the room

    These sessions work well for staff training days, retreats, lunch-and-learns, and organizational wellness programming. I've delivered them for everyone from hospital systems and media companies to nonprofit teams and professional associations. Basically, if your people are humans and you have a container of time to work with, I can help.

  • Here's the thing about mental health topics: they matter enormously and they have a reputation for being a total buzzkill. I fix that.

    I speak on imposter syndrome, human connection, and what it actually means to build cultures where people feel like they belong - and as a professional comedian for more than a decade, my audience actually enjoys the experience. Novel concept, I know.

    I'm comfortable on big stages and in intimate settings. I can keynote your annual conference, open your staff retreat, or close out your fundraising gala with something people will still be talking about at the afterparty.

    What makes my speaking different is that I don't just deliver information - I create an experience. Audiences leave feeling genuinely connected to each other, not just inspired in the abstract.

    I'm a good fit for:

    • Organizations whose work centers on human services, health, creativity, or community

    • Conferences and convenings focused on wellness, professional development, or leadership

    • Events that want something a little unexpected - warm and funny and genuinely substantive, sometimes all in the same sentence

  • Sometimes what an organization needs is someone to walk in, look around, and say "here's what’s happening and here’s what’s needed" - especially when that someone has clinical knowledge, helpful insight and an A+ communication style. 

    I offer consulting for any group, business or org that wants to build more trauma-informed, human-centered practices into what they already do. That might mean reviewing your programming, advising on how your staff engages with the people you serve, or helping you think through how to create environments where people feel genuinely safe to participate.

    I speak fluent "clinical" and fluent "human," which means I can translate complex mental health frameworks into practical changes that actually fit your organization's culture and capacity. No jargon. No binders full of recommendations nobody reads. Just a clear, useful perspective from someone who's been in a lot of different rooms.

    This is an especially good fit if you are:

    • A creative organization wanting to better support your people and community members

    • A nonprofit whose staff regularly absorbs the emotional weight of the people they serve

    • An employer looking to help your staff process difficult experiences

    • A wellness or fitness space wanting to bring a trauma-informed lens to how you teach

  • This is the offering nobody wants to need, so let's keep it short.

    When something difficult happens in your organization - the sudden loss of a colleague, a traumatic incident, a moment that leaves your team shaken - people need support quickly and from someone who’s qualified. 

    I provide on-site crisis response and group debriefing services for organizations navigating critical incidents. I've done this work for hospital systems, universities, and major media companies, and I know how to show up in those moments with steadiness, care, and zero drama.

    If you need it, I'm someone you want to have on call.

  • "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

  • "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

  • "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.