Nicole Dover
Meet Your Clinician & Experience
Hello, and welcome! My name is Nicole Dover. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years of experience at the Kennedy Krieger Institute, where I’ve had the privilege of working in their school systems, medical clinics, and psychiatric outpatient programs. My background includes specialized training in OCD, CBIT for Tic Disorders, Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors, anxiety, and perfectionism. Additionally, I’m a Certified Integrative Mental Health Practitioner. I’ve had the honor of presenting at the International OCD Foundation conferences across the U.S., working with some of the top experts in the OCD community. My approach is both comprehensive and holistic. Combining evidence-based techniques like CBT and ACT with a deep focus on wellness, spirituality, and mind-body healing, I aim to help clients uncover and work through root causes. My personal journey through healing has taught me the importance of living authentically and has inspired my commitment to help others do the same. When I’m not working with clients, you’ll likely find me outdoors, immersed in nature, traveling, or practicing trauma-informed Kundalini yoga. I also have a longstanding passion for inclusivity and creative expression, having run a special needs-inclusive dance program for 15 years. I’m honored to share my knowledge, experience, and heart with clients on their paths to healing and transformation.
Specializations, Modalities & Services
I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, OCD, and related challenges, with extensive training in ERP, CBIT, and treating body-focused repetitive behaviors. My approach is integrative, blending traditional therapies like CBT and ACT with holistic techniques that promote wellness on all levels. I incorporate breathwork, energy work, mindfulness, and somatic techniques to help clients reconnect with their bodies, release stored emotions, and activate the body’s natural healing state. As a Certified Integrative Mental Health Practitioner, I also explore how nutrition, environment, and lifestyle impact mental health, helping clients make connections between body and mind for a more holistic healing experience. In addition to individual sessions, I offer clinician consultations on OCD, Tourette’s, and related disorders.
I’m a Good Fit for Clients Who…
I’m a great match for individuals aged 14 and up who are ready to explore the root causes of their struggles and work toward living authentically. My clients are often on a journey of self-discovery and healing, seeking to let go of patterns and beliefs that no longer serve them. They value an integrative approach to therapy—one that includes spirituality, health, and holistic wellness—and are motivated to cultivate a life filled with joy, compassion, and purpose. If you’re looking for support in reconnecting with your true self, building a life aligned with your values, and finding a sense of peace and flow, I would be honored to walk this path with you.