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Nicholas Sanfilipo

Nicholas Sanfilipo, LPCC

Therapist in New Mexico

Compassionate, practical support for self-worth

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27 years of experience listed

LPCC professional credentials

English languages

  • Strengths-based focus
  • Goal oriented work
  • Skills for daily life

About Nicholas

Nicholas Sanfilipo is a licensed counselor in New Mexico who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, anger, parenting challenges, and self-esteem concerns. He emphasizes that clients know their own stories and brings a respectful, steady presence to each session. Starting therapy can feel hard, and he acknowledges the courage it takes to begin.

With 27 years of professional experience, Nicholas uses straightforward methods that focus on strengths and practical change. He listens first, then works with each person to set clear, manageable goals. Sessions typically focus on small steps that lead to less overwhelm and better daily coping.

His work draws on Client-Centered ideas that prioritize the client's perspective. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to identify unhelpful thinking and build new skills. Mindfulness strategies and solution-focused tools are included to help people stay grounded and move toward solutions.

Nicholas pays attention to family of origin issues, communication problems, and caregiver stress when they come up. He also supports people dealing with trauma and grief, social anxiety, and intimacy-related concerns. His approach is practical and collaborative, aiming to make therapy feel manageable.

Sessions are conducted in English and are provided from his New Mexico practice. The first step is a short matching questionnaire followed by scheduling that fits the client's availability. He uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How Nicholas blends approaches for online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client's own perspective and goals. It means the therapist listens closely, reflects what matters to the client, and helps people make choices that fit their life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at unhelpful thoughts and teaches practical skills to change reactions and behaviors, which can help with anxiety, depression, and stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Nicholas will talk with each person about their needs and goals, then try approaches that fit those priorities. This is a collaborative process where methods are adjusted as progress is made.

Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy day and reducing travel time. Online work can make it easier to keep appointments around work, caregiving, or school. Confirm current session options before booking to know what formats are available, and plan sessions at times that best match daily life needs.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteem

Additional focus areas

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

27+ years

Credentials

New Mexico

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Nicholas help with?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, parenting concerns, self-esteem, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and grief, and social anxiety.

What is his therapy style like?

He takes a respectful, client-centered approach and focuses on practical steps. Sessions aim to build on strengths and set clear, manageable goals.

How much experience does he have?

Nicholas has 27 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is an LPCC licensed in New Mexico and practices from that state.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English only.

Does he work with international clients?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with therapy?

Select the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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