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Nicholas Despoelberch

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Connecticut Waitlist Online

Stamford Waitlist In-person

Updated October 11, 2021

Specialties & Expertise

Anxiety
Substance abuse
Trauma

Couples counseling
Depression
Life transitions

Professional statement

Nicholas Despoelberch is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Darien, CT who specializes in substance abuse, including opiates and alcohol, trauma, including childhood abuse, sexual abuse, and physical violence, life transitions, depression, anxiety, and couples counseling. While he has extensive experience working with young adults with a history of trauma, he sees adults across the lifespan.

Nicholas primarily utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI). He is also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and uses this when working with clients with a history of trauma but only after he spends time getting to know them. His goal at the beginning of treatment is to make sure his clients are all set in terms of employment, home life, and social supports before discussing their experience(s).

Nicholas is passionate about helping adolescents and adults start on the path to recovery and healing. Prior to going into private practice, he worked at a rehab center that also focused on trauma, an intensive outpatient program, and a faith-based substance use program. His office is conveniently located near the Darien station.

Message to clients

It takes courage to ask for help. I have experienced real adversity and know how to help you create lasting change in your life. I offer a space that is free of judgment and full of passion. Let's get to a new life.

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Substance abuse - Reducing and preventing the negative impact of drug and alcohol use and addictions on physical, emotional, and relational health

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

Couples counseling - Addressing relationship challenges and life transitions; strengthening communication and feelings of security, desire, connection, and love

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

Adults (24+)
Couples

Teenagers (13-18)
Young adults (18-24)

Insurance

Aetna
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna
Connecticare
Medicaid
United Healthcare

Out-of-pocket fees

Individual sessions: $100 (50min)
Sliding scale: $85 - $100
Initial session: $100 (50min)

Location(s)

Stamford practice

903 Post Road, Office 5, Darien, Connecticut 06820

Accepting new clients with a 2 - 3 week wait in-person

Currently Available Times

Morning (Before 10am)
Daytime (10am - 1pm)
Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
Evening (After 5pm)
Weekends

Regular Hours

Mon 9:00am-8:00pm
Tue 9:00am-8:00pm
Wed 9:00am-8:00pm
Thu 9:00am-8:00pm
Fri 9:00am-8:00pm
Sat Closed
Sun Closed

Online Sessions (Connecticut)

Accepting new clients with a 2 - 3 week wait online

Currently Available Times

Morning (Before 10am)
Daytime (10am - 1pm)
Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
Evening (After 5pm)
Weekends

Regular Hours

Mon 9:00am-8:00pm
Tue 9:00am-8:00pm
Wed 9:00am-8:00pm
Thu 9:00am-8:00pm
Fri 9:00am-8:00pm
Sat Closed
Sun Closed

Work and Education

Private Practice, 2015 - Present
CT Renaissance, 2015 - 2013
APT Foundation, 2014 - 2013
Regis High School, 2006 - 2013
Four Winds Hospital, 2001 - 2005

College of New Rochelle, MS, 2006

Languages

English