Nicole Moore
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist | LMFT #105134, PsyD (in progress)
Client Focus
Families with Autism
Adults
Neurodiverse Individuals
Children
Trauma Survivors
Specialties
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Family Systems Issues
Neurodiverse Couples Therapy
Depression
Complex Developmental Trauma
Dissociative Disorders
Treatment Methods
Mindfulness Practices
EMDR
Neurodiversity-Affirming Approaches
Family Systems Therapy
Attachment Theory-Based Psychotherapy
Nicole's specialized expertise in both complex trauma and Autism Spectrum Disorder positions her uniquely to understand how neurological differences can influence trauma responses and recovery, providing comprehensive care for neurodiverse individuals with trauma histories.
Her experience working with neurodiverse couples brings valuable insight into the communication patterns, sensory considerations, and relationship dynamics that are unique to partnerships where autism is present, helping couples build stronger connections through understanding rather than change.
Nicole's integration of EMDR with neurodiversity-informed approaches allows her to adapt evidence-based trauma treatments to accommodate different neurological processing styles, ensuring effective treatment for all clients regardless of their neurotype.
"I strive to make a genuine connection with each individual to help inform my approach, recognizing that effective therapy must honor both the neurological differences and trauma experiences that shape how people navigate the world."
- Nicole Moore
Nicole Moore is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and PsyD candidate who brings specialized expertise in trauma recovery and neurodiversity to her work with families, couples, adults, and children.
With particular focus on complex developmental trauma, dissociative disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorder, she creates therapeutic environments where individuals and families can explore their unique needs while building on their inherent strengths. Nicole is especially skilled at working with neurodiverse couples, understanding the distinctive communication patterns and relationship dynamics that emerge when one or both partners are on the autism spectrum.
Her therapeutic approach integrates both traditional and alternative modalities, including attachment theory-based psychotherapy, family systems therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and mindfulness practices. This comprehensive framework allows her to address complex trauma presentations while honoring the neurological differences that shape how individuals process experiences and relationships. Nicole's methodology emphasizes creating genuine connections with each client to inform her therapeutic approach, recognizing that effective treatment must be tailored to each person's unique neurological profile and lived experience.
With a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University and currently pursuing her doctorate in Applied Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School, Nicole brings strong academic foundations combined with a specialized understanding of both trauma and neurodiversity. Her educational background has equipped her with comprehensive knowledge of how trauma intersects with neurological differences, particularly in the context of family and relationship dynamics. Her ongoing doctoral studies ensure she remains current with emerging research on autism, trauma, and effective interventions for neurodiverse populations.
Nicole's practice encompasses work across the lifespan, from children discovering their neurological differences to adults healing from complex trauma histories. Her experience with dissociative disorders provides her with specialized skills for addressing the most complex presentations of trauma, while her expertise with Autism Spectrum Disorder allows her to support individuals and families in understanding and embracing neurodiversity as a strength rather than a deficit.