Nicole Hubbs , LMFT

Nicole Hubbs is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Minnesota with 15 years of clinical experience. She has spent significant time working with children and adolescents ages 5 to 18 in school-based settings, and also provides therapy to adults and families in clinical environments. Her background includes supporting people through depression, anxiety, oppositional defiant behaviors, social concerns, trauma, gender identity questions, grief and loss, behavioral challenges, relationship and parenting difficulties, addiction, suicidality, communication barriers, eating disorders, cognitive distortions, obsessive-compulsive concerns, ADHD, and struggles with self-esteem and social functioning.

Hubbs approaches each person with openness, curiosity, and a nonjudgmental stance, emphasizing empathy and attentive listening to ease the natural discomfort that can come with beginning therapy. She recognizes that reaching out for help takes courage and that change often requires support, so she works to create an atmosphere where clients feel heard and understood. Treatment plans are individualized, tailored to the specific goals and needs of each client, and draw on a blend of therapeutic methods. Her practice integrates humanistic, person-centered perspectives with cognitive-behavioral tools and family systems ideas to address presenting concerns and promote meaningful change.

Nicole values collaboration and respects the unique experience each person brings to therapy, guiding clients as they explore options and take steps toward the improvements they seek.

Online Therapeutic Approaches and Support

Nicole Hubbs integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to guide clients through online sessions. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating an accepting, empathetic space where the client’s own goals and values lead the work - it is useful for building self-esteem, exploring identity, and improving relationships. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) targets patterns of thinking and behavior, offering practical strategies to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and many everyday stressors.

She also draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy when relational patterns and attachment concerns are central - this approach helps partners and family members understand emotional responses and create stronger, more secure connections. Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process; Nicole collaborates with each person to identify which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy with Nicole is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or those who prefer remote care. These options make it easier to maintain consistent sessions and to access licensed professionals from different settings, supporting continuity of care and practical convenience.