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Nick Livingston

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Nick Livingston

Oklahoma

Understanding, practical therapy for men

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  • Goal focused
  • Mindfulness based
  • LGBTQ ally

About Nick

Nick Livingston is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Oklahoma who focuses on men's wellbeing alongside a broad range of concerns. He aims to meet people where they are and work with them to find practical steps forward. Sessions are intended to be calm, non-judgmental, and focused on the client's day-to-day needs. He presents as an ally for LGBTQ+ clients navigating stress and anxiety in challenging environments.

Nick uses clear, straightforward methods to help people change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. He leans on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered work, and mindfulness strategies to break problems into manageable pieces. He also incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy ideas and existential questions when they fit the person's goals.

He has seven years of experience working with adults, teens, and children. That background includes supporting people with ADHD and guiding parents through play-based approaches that strengthen connection. He is open to discussing how medication, including medical marijuana, may interact with counseling work when clients bring it up.

In sessions he focuses on building on strengths, teaching coping skills, and practicing small changes that add up. People often work on stress, anxiety, sleep, substance use, mood shifts, grief, and problems with intimacy or self-esteem. He also addresses career stress, caregiver strain, chronic illness, and other life transitions.

Therapy with Nick is collaborative. He helps set clear goals, checks in on progress, and adjusts methods as needed. To begin, clients use the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

How certain approaches can work in online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and following the client's lead to help them feel heard and discover their own solutions. It is useful when someone needs space to sort feelings, build self-acceptance, or talk through identity concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and managing stress.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, offers skills for regulating intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and strengthening interpersonal effectiveness. It can help when emotions feel overwhelming or when someone wants concrete strategies to cope.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust the plan as progress is tracked. Clients are encouraged to give feedback so the work stays useful and relevant.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people choose sessions that suit their energy - for example, an audio-only call if video feels draining, or a longer video session when deeper conversation is needed. Licensed professionals can tailor session length and rhythm to match day-to-day life and goals.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Credentials

Oklahoma

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he help with?

He works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, self-esteem, grief, trauma, sleep problems, and ADHD.

What is his general therapy style?

His style is collaborative and practical, using client-centered conversations alongside cognitive behavioral and mindfulness techniques to create change.

What experience does he bring?

He has seven years of clinical experience working with adults, teens, and children, and has supported parents using play-based approaches.

Where is he licensed and practicing?

He holds an LPC credential and practices in Oklahoma.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with him?

He is not accepting international clients at this time.

How are fees and billing handled?

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

How do I begin working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule based on therapist availability.

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