Therapist profile
Dr. Nicholas Schweizer, LCPC
LCPC in Maryland - Stress and Addictions
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About Nicholas
Dr. Nicholas Schweizer is an LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) in Maryland with 18 years of clinical experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, mood concerns and parenting-related strain, and also lists areas such as ADHD, bipolar disorder, and relationship difficulties.
He trained in clinical community counseling and completed advanced work in substance abuse counseling. His background includes long-term work in hospital and outpatient settings and teaching about mental health and substance use. He also completed a Doctor of Education with a counseling specialization to strengthen his work as an educator and consultant.
In sessions he tends to be direct and practical. He uses methods that focus on thoughts, behaviors, and skills. That can mean structured problem-solving, practicing new coping skills, and talking through motivations for change.
People come to him for help with sleeping problems, addiction concerns, anger, low self-esteem, social anxiety, and career stress. He also notes experience with HIV/AIDS issues, seasonal mood changes, and smoking or vaping cessation.
His work often involves clear goals, short-term strategies, and step-by-step skill building. He brings experience from inpatient and outpatient treatment settings into straightforward discussions about patterns and next steps.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Dr. Schweizer uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and change behaviors. CBT often focuses on concrete steps such as tracking thoughts, testing assumptions, and building routines to improve sleep or mood.He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer interpersonal communication. DBT techniques are useful for managing intense emotions, anger, and relationship stress. Motivational Interviewing is another part of his toolkit and helps people explore readiness for change and strengthen personal reasons to reduce substance use or start new habits.
Choosing the right approach is usually collaborative. He will discuss goals, preferences, and the problems you bring and then pick methods that make sense together. That means sessions can shift focus as needs change, and techniques are explained before they are tried.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit care into busy days by removing travel, allowing shorter check-ins, or making it easier to schedule around work and family. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT, DBT skills, and motivational interviewing to online sessions in ways that focus on practical skill practice and planning.
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
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What kinds of problems does he address?
He lists stress, anxiety, addictions, bipolar, depression, parenting challenges, ADHD, and related concerns such as sleeping problems and anger.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses practical, skills-based approaches that focus on thoughts, behaviors, and motivation. Sessions typically include problem-solving and practice of new coping skills.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 18 years of clinical experience and many additional years working in hospital and outpatient settings alongside teaching and consulting roles.
What credential and location should I know about?
He is an LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) in Maryland and practices from that state.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
He accepts international clients. Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are used?
The original profile does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know how sessions are conducted.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions are billed through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform.
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