Nicole Lee Dolan
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Nicole Lee Dolan

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Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist, LCMFT Psychologist, PhD Specialties Insurance & Fees Locations
California Accepting Online
Pismo Beach , San Luis Obispo, Atascadero Accepting In-person
Updated January 20, 2024

Specialties & Expertise

  • Trauma
  • Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Relationship issues
  • Spirituality

Professional statement

Dr. Nicole Lee Dolan is a holistic psychologist practicing on the Central Coast of California. Nicole earned her Masters degree in 2011 from Pacifica Graduate Institute and later returned to satisfy the requirements for a PhD in Depth Psychology/ Counseling Psychology completed in 2015. Nicole runs a private practice and a non-profit under the name: Sacred Path where she is able to place clients who need additional flexibility with scheduling and fees. In her personal life, Nicole is a mother of three, a wife, and a devoted seeker and author.

As a psychologist, Nicole applies a psycho-spiritual approach. She defines this as a bridge between psychology and spirituality. A way of working with the psyche that involves healing trauma and then honoring the wound as a catalyst to transform one's life for their highest good and the good of all. Nicole has worked with countless individuals who began their journey horribly depressed and depleted by anxiety and trauma who have healed old wounds - individual, societal, universal - and then have gone on to teach and heal others on their paths.

Nicole and her team are available to meet either in-person or online. Our current locations are in Pismo Beach, San Luis Obispo, and Atascadero.


Message to clients

Psychotherapy is a Sacred and Spiritual Practice. When we engage in this work whole-heartedly, we begin to find that feeling our emotions and healing our hurts brings us so deeply in connection with who we Truly Are. Our egoic defenses are no longer necessary and our feelings - our emotions - our hurts - are heard, seen, and honored as part of a whole. We ALL have them.

It is my own journey through my personal challenges that has led me to a place where I can help you. Areas in which I am particularly skilled at are: Abandonment, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma/ Sexual Trauma, PTSD, Relational/ Attachment Wounds, Postpartum, Parenting Coaching, Couples Counseling (Particularly Couples with Young Children), Spirituality.

Areas in which my team is most useful to you: Anxiety (Social/ Generalized), Depression, Healing Trauma, Couples' Work, Identity/ Gender Issues, Life challenges and transitions, Grief/ Loss, Spirituality/ Existentialism.

I see the world through a lens of Meaningfulness. Where most people chase happiness, I chase Meaning. And even when it seems like the light has disappeared. I always advise: TRUST THE PROCESS.

Wherever you are in your process, know, there is Absolutely Hope. Light. Love. Meaningfulness. We are here to guide you.

Nicole


Specialties

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Healing painful experiences and memories from the past

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Spirituality - Healing Trauma and learning to appreciate its gifts. Trauma as a catalyst for Transformation. Finding Meaningfulness. Finding Ourselves again.




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Children (<12)
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Parents
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Insurance

  • CenCal

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions: $150 (50min)
  • Sliding scale: $40 - $150
  • Initial session: $150 (50min)
  • Couples sessions: $190 (90min)
  • Group sessions: $40 (120min)
  • Family sessions: $190 (90min)
  • Trainee Therapist Meeting : $60 (50min)
  • Associate Therapist Meeting : $80 (50min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Cash
  • Check
  • Venmo
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Every other week
  • As needed
Therapist's note

My group practice works on a sliding scale. Your fee is based upon the experience of the clinician you are working with as well as your financial needs.


Location(s)

Online Sessions (California)
Accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 9am-8pm
  • Tue 9am-8pm
  • Wed 9am-8pm
  • Thu 9am-8pm
  • Fri 9am-8pm
  • Sat Available upon request
  • Sun Available upon request

Pismo Beach practice
1390 Price Street , Upstairs , Pismo Beach , California 93449
Accepting new clients in-person
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 9am-8pm
  • Tue 9am-8pm
  • Wed 9am-8pm
  • Thu 9am-8pm
  • Fri 9am-8pm
  • Sat Available upon request
  • Sun Available upon request

San Luis Obispo practice
1425 S. Higuera St. , Suite 300, San Luis Obispo, California 93401
Accepting new clients in-person
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 9am-8pm
  • Tue 9am-8pm
  • Wed 9am-8pm
  • Thu 9am-8pm
  • Fri 9am-8pm
  • Sat Available upon request
  • Sun Available upon request

Atascadero practice
8740 Pueblo Street , Atascadero , California 93401
Accepting new clients in-person
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 9am-8pm
  • Tue 9am-8pm
  • Wed 9am-8pm
  • Thu 9am-8pm
  • Fri 9am-8pm
  • Sat Available upon request
  • Sun Available upon request

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 13 years

Self , Clinician , 2011 - Present

Pacifica Graduate Institute , PhD , 2015


Licensure

California: 87662


Languages

English


Client testimonials

"Nicole is open and receiving with suggestions for work between sessions. She offers a safe and caring space to do the hard work of healing. I look forward to our journey together."
- Zencare client • November 2023
"Thank you!"
- Zencare client • November 2023
"She was quick to get back to me and took the time to respond with great deal and questions. I had someone from our office reach out to answer her questions."
- Zencare client • March 2022