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Nik Wicks

Mental Health Counselor, Art Therapist
Chicago, Illinois
Online & In-Person

About Nik

Nik Wicks (they/them) is a dedicated counselor who works with adolescents, young/emerging adults, and established adults. They specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ adolescents, particularly those who are neurodiverse and/or experiencing depression or anxiety. Overall, Nik views therapy as a process of guided and assisted change—like a road trip, where the client is behind the wheel and they are in the passenger seat, helping to pick a destination and give directions while letting the client drive the car. This collaborative approach makes the journey as meaningful as the destination. Nik has a strong interest in holistic and trauma-informed care. Utilizing an eclectic approach, they draw from a social constructivist and person-centered/strengths-based perspective. They frequently incorporate tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), as well as Art Therapy. They have completed TF-CBT training. Deciding to start the therapeutic journey is half the battle- so let me congratulate you on making it this far! If my way of working resonates with you, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Insurance Accepted
AetnaBlue Cross Blue Shield
Out-of-Network Cost
$160 - 175 per session
About Me

For people that are hesitant to try therapy, what do you wish you could tell them?

Therapy is what you make it. You're only going to get from it what you put in. Can you make the change you want to see on your own? Yes! It all comes from you. Therapy is just a tool to help you get there.
Location
6440 N Central Ave.
Chicago, Illinois 60646
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Specialties
ADHDAnxietyAutismChild or Adolescent TherapyDepressionIndividual Therapy
Client Focuses
TeenAdultNon-BinaryTransgender
Approaches
AdlerianArt TherapyCognitive Behavioral (CBT)Dialectical Behavior (DBT)Eclectic