Dr. Nicole Clay, PhD, is a Clinical Psychologist who provides psychiatry services online. She sees individuals (13+). Nicole graduated with a doctorate in clinical psychology from the University of Oregon, where she focused her research on the role of invalidating childhood environments in the development of borderline personality disorder (BPD). Nicole has extensive training in DBT and working with clients who struggle to cope effectively with intense emotions. Her clinical experience includes work with diverse client populations and presenting concerns, including ADHD, BPD, anxiety, autism, depression, eating disorders, and trauma.

Nicole approaches therapy as a collaborative relationship in which she and the client work together to form a strong therapeutic alliance and make progress toward the client’s goals. She believes in the importance of a validating environment to establish trust and empower clients to use their own strengths to make meaningful life changes. Nicole uses mindfulness, DBT, CBT, ACT, and attachment-based therapy. She is particularly interested in working with neurodivergent clients, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals living with chronic illness.

Specialized Work 

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy
• Anxiety
• Eating Disorders & Body Image
• Adolescents
• LGBTQIA+
• Borderline Personality Disorder