Nicole Howell

Nicole Howell, MSW, LCSW, is a relational psychotherapist who combines traditional and expressive arts therapies in her work with women, children, and teenagers. Nicole uses her knowledge and experience as a trauma therapist to assist survivors of childhood sexual abuse and sexual assault in exploring the ways trauma impacts one's development, adjustment, and relationships with others. She also specializes in the areas of eating disorders, body image, anxiety, and depression. She believes that healing occurs when an individual is able to give voice to her experiences and reclaim a satisfying life with self and others. Nicole is also committed to continued training for professionals and is available for consultation or clinical supervision.

Nicole can be reached at 847-475-7003, extension 34.

 
Current Group

• A.R.T.: Adolescent Girls Reclaiming Themselves: an art therapy group.

Nicole is available to train, present, or consult on:

• The impact of sexual abuse on child development and relationships
• Tools for parents to respond to trauma in a child's life
• Feminist-relational treatment of eating disorders and body image
• Behavioral interventions for children in school and at home

Education and Credentials

• MSW (Masters in Social Work), 2000, Loyola University, Chicago
• LCSW (Illinois Licensed Clinical Social Worker)