Nicole Rettino, LCSW LCADC CCS
(she/her)
About Me
I am a dual-licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor with over 20 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, and couples. Throughout my career, I have specialized in helping clients navigate trauma, addiction, and life transitions with an approach that is both compassionate and practical. I am trained in a variety of evidence-based modalities, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Ketamine-Assisted Therapy, and Positive Psychology, but my true passion lies in EMDR. I have witnessed firsthand how EMDR can help clients process painful experiences, release what keeps them stuck, and create lasting change. My therapeutic style is collaborative, supportive, and infused with a sense of humanity and humor. I believe healing is not just about addressing symptoms, but about helping people reconnect with their strengths, resilience, and hope for the future.
Education & Experience
MSW Rutgers University Over 20 years of experience in the social work and addiction fields. LCADC 37LC00242200
Specialty Area
- Abuse/Neglect
- ADD/ADHD/Disruptive Behavior Disorders
- Addictions
- Alcohol/Substance Abuse
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
- Domestic Violence
- Marriage/Relationship Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Self-Harm
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress Management
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults
- Couples
- Families
- First Responders
- Seniors
- Veterans/Military
Insurance
- Does Not Accept Insurance