Headshot — Nicole Rigoroso, Resident therapist

Nicole Rigoroso, LPC

Nicole is a Resident therapist pursuing licensure in Virginia. She believes meaningful change begins with developing a deeper understanding of self. Her approach is warm and collaborative; her goal is to make therapy feel approachable while engaging in work that is thoughtful, intentional, and deeply rooted in evidence-based practice. 

She draws from Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Psychodynamic theory to help clients explore the deeper patterns, emotions, and internal experiences that shape their lives. She works with adolescents, adults, and couples seeing therapy as a collaborative process where the client’s voice and autonomy are central. At the core of her work is a deep respect for how complex and challenging it can be to be human. Her goal is to help clients grow into their fullest selves while honoring the difficulty of that process, meeting them with compassion and curiosity at every step.