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Nicole Irving(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Master of Education, Ed.M. Counseling Psychology
Washington DCVirginia
Sexual health & dysfunction- Couples counseling- LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics-Infidelity-Attachment issues-Nonmonogamy, polyamory, and kink-

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Professional statement

Nicole Irving is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in sex and relationship therapy. She works with individuals and couples struggling with sexual dysfunction including difficulty with orgasm, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, and sexual pain. Other issues she commonly treats are desire discrepancies between couples, exploration of fantasies, discovering and re-discovering desire, and working with the LGBTQ+ community in exploring identity and healing from trauma. In relationship work, she guides partners through strategies to improve communication, identify attachment issues, heal from infidelity, and build intimacy and security in the relationship. While Nicole specializes in sex and relationships, she is also a Certified CBT-I Pratitioner who treats insomnia.

Nicole works from a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental approach. She prides herself on being an inclusive and relatable therapist who normalizes sexual and relationship issues. She works with all backgrounds and is LGBTQ+, poly, and kink-friendly. She believes in offering evidence-based solutions to help her clients overcome whatever challenges they face. She creates a collaborative environment where clients feel heard and understood.

Nicole received her Masters in Arts in Psychology and Counseling at New York University. She then went on to George Washington University in DC to gain a Post-Master’s Certificate in Counseling. She is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Clinical Sexology from Modern Sex Therapy Institutes and is expected to receive her doctorate in 2025. She has worked with individuals and couples since 2017 and is trained in Sex Therapy interventions, the Gottman Method, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, attachment theory, and Existential Therapy.

Nicole offers both in person and telehealth sessions to Virginia residents and has both early morning and evening availability.


Message to clients

I have worked with many individuals and couples experiencing difficulty and hardship in their sex and relationship lives and have witnessed their issues dramatically improve through our work together. I specifically chose sex and relationship therapy as my focus after seeing how lost people were even after seeking support from professionals. Sexual issues can often leave even those in the medical and helping fields unable to provide their patients with helpful resources. In our work together, I will offer techniques, strategies, and solutions that will improve your sex and relationship life getting you to a place of satisfaction and relationship enhancement.

In our sessions together you can expect collaboration, genuineness, and a judgement free zone. When dealing with the most sensitive and difficult issues, I believe that you deserve a therapist who can offer you tools for healing. For more information contact me today or schedule a free 15-minute consultation over the phone.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 5 years

HopeSpring Clinic, LLC, Resident Psychotherapist
Virginia Oak Counseling, Psychotherapist
CARD, Therapist

George Washington University, Post-Master's Certificate in Psychology & Counseling, 2020
New York University , Masters of Arts, 2019

Licensure

Virginia: 0701012192 - Washington DC: PRC200002077

Languages

English

Specialties

Sexual health & dysfunction - Addressing emotional, physical, and biological concerns related to sexual intimacy and functioning; education and skill building around topics such as erectile dysfunction, orgasms, low libido, shame, and history of abuse; improving communication to realize a fulfilling sex life

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

LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics - Exploring topics of sexuality, gender, and identity; coping with discrimination and oppression; navigating relationship, family, and cultural challenges

Infidelity - Processing through the impacts that infidelity has on one’s relationship; learning how to set boundaries, resolve conflict effectively, and promote healing in the relationship

Attachment issues - Development of effective relational and communication skills; insight into family attachment patterns;fostering healthy family relationships.

Nonmonogamy, polyamory, and kink - Exploring one’s values in and beliefs about relationships; practicing boundary-setting, conflict resolution, and romantic or sexual relationship bonding with partners




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples

Locations & Hours


Insurance

Nicole Irving is not in-network with any insurances.

Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.


Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$170 (50min)
  • Couples sessions:$190 (50min)
  • CBT-I Program for Insomnia (5 Sessions):$150 (45min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • As needed
Therapist's note

Individual Sessions: Initial Session $175/Follow up $150

Couple Sessions: Initial Session $200/Follow up $175

CBT-I coaching for Insomnia: $750 (total for 5 sessions)


Publications

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    Therapy with Nicole Irving

    We interviewed Nicole Irving and asked about their work with clients and guiding philosophies on therapy.