Nikita Lehman - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

Accepting new clients

19 years experience | Counselor of Color

About Nikita Lehman

I’m a licensed therapist in Alabama and Washington State with years of experience supporting clients through anxiety, grief, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
I work especially well with motivated people navigating medical anxiety, repetitive or body-focused habits, and the stress of feeling stuck in unfulfilling relationships. Many of my clients come to therapy with clear goals and a strong sense of independence — they’re ready to do the inner work and want a space where they can feel safe, seen, and empowered.
Together, we’ll identify what’s holding you back and move toward more fulfilling connections, increased self-trust, and the future you envision. My approach is collaborative, grounded, and attuned to both where you are now and where you’re headed.

Licenses

LPC

3442

LMHC

LH61605125

Professional experience

Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Depression
Grief
Stress, Anxiety

Additional Focus Areas

Communication problems
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Personality disorders

Clinical Approaches

Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Motivational Interviewing
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

English

15 Reviews

“Nikita is a very professional and takes the time to listen fully. She has grounded guidance and asks questions to get the conversation flowing.”

“Fantastic therapist who is knowledgeable and makes me feel seen and heard.”

“Nikita is very timely in her responses. I am someone who hasn't done therapy in a long time and is a bit new to the process, but Nikita is great at answering questions and providing the best support available, as well as recommendations for other therapy tools. Highly highly recommend!”

“She provides a truly non judgmental experience when I talk with her. She is patient and kind and challenges my negative thoughts patterns. Highly recommended her.”

“Nikita is an amazing therapist. She is incredibly supportive and has a real gift for knowing exactly how to talk through my worries and concerns. Every session feels meaningful and productive, and I always leave with a better understanding of myself and my situation. Her compassion, insight, and ability to create a safe, comfortable environment make her truly exceptional. I can’t recommend her highly enough.”

“Nikita is absolutely amazing! She is a great listener. My sessions with her always make me feel so much better.”

“I am happy to have chosen Ms Nikita as my therapist. #1”

“She’s thoughtful and very easy to talk to. <br /> She’s consistent and always on time. <br /> I feel heard and understood and validated I feel like she provides a safe space to talk.”

“She is great!”

“I have really enjoyed my appointments with Ms. Nikita. She seems to understand my feelings and thoughts. A very good listener and explains things well. I would like to continue with her as my therapist.”

“Nikita creates a safe and supportive space that makes it easy to open up and explore. Her presence is grounding, and you feel truly seen and heard.”

“Very supportive and helping in figuring out what’s best for you! Easy to talk to!”

“I love Nikita. She listens so well to my jabbering. I have real issues and get to them eventually. But I love that she lets me talk and get there on my own.”

“Extremely knowledgeable, and easy to talk to.”

“Nikita is a great therapist very good at providing perspective and understanding in a way that helped me to find the solutions for the issues that I’m dealing with in a way that works best for me.”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.