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- Addictions
- Mood disorders
- CBT DBT MI
About Nicholas
LCPC (Maryland) with 18 years of experience, Dr. Nicholas Schweizer focuses on mental health and substance use concerns including addictions, mood disorders, and related challenges. He combines structured therapy methods with practical skills training to help people manage symptoms and day-to-day problems.
Dr. Schweizer trained in clinical community counseling and substance abuse at Johns Hopkins University and completed a Doctor of Education with a counseling specialization. He has held clinical roles in both outpatient and inpatient settings and has worked at Johns Hopkins Hospital in various positions for many years.
His work tends to be direct and skills-focused. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy features in his approach when emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness are priorities. Motivational Interviewing is part of how he supports people working on substance use and other behavior changes.
Typical sessions include setting clear goals, practicing specific skills, and reviewing progress from one meeting to the next. He also offers coaching-style support around career and life transitions when that is part of a person's needs.
Dr. Schweizer works in Maryland and conducts sessions in English. He accepts international clients; check the session options available before booking. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session.
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How his approaches translate to online care
Dr. Schweizer commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of thinking and behaving. CBT sessions usually involve setting specific goals, practicing skills between meetings, and reviewing what worked.He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques when emotion regulation and managing intense reactions are central concerns. DBT-style work focuses on concrete skills for calming down, tolerating distress, and improving interpersonal effectiveness. Motivational Interviewing is used to build readiness for change, especially around substance use and habits someone wants to alter.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences, and he adapts strategies as progress is reviewed.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove the need to travel to an office. Licensed professionals can use these formats to keep therapy focused on skill-building, relapse prevention, mood management, and practical problem solving.
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, bipolar disorder, depression, relationship concerns, sleep issues, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem, career questions, ADHD, and related challenges.
What therapeutic approaches does he use?
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to address thinking patterns, emotion regulation, and motivation for change.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 18 years of clinical experience in mental health and substance abuse treatment settings, including outpatient and inpatient work.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is an LCPC in Maryland and has an educational background that includes advanced study in counseling and substance abuse.
Which languages are supported during sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He accepts international clients; confirm any time zone or scheduling details when arranging sessions.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start working together?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.