Nicole Smith-Perez is a Licensed Clinician and Certified Perinatal Mental Health Specialist offering online therapy in NY, VA, CA, & MA.  She welcomes female clients between the ages of 18 and 55 to her private practice.

As the founder of Mae Wellness, Nicole’s practice focuses on women’s mental health and emotional well being. Nicole’s specialty is maternal and reproductive mental health which includes supporting women during conceiving, pregnancy, and postpartum. Many women who visit Nicole consider themselves to be high achieving and successful but struggle with prioritizing themselves, communicating their needs, and creating balance in their lives. Her clients also want to explore how their achievements impact how people see them and make it difficult for them to ask for support and admit they’re overwhelmed. Typical issues that Nicole works with her clients on are anxiety, stress management, relationship issues, and postpartum mood issues. Nicole’s approach is rooted in a strengths based and solution focused approach that highlights learning and utilizing tools to aid in feeling more grounded. In addition, Nicole is EMDR trained and utilizes CBT and IPT approaches.

In addition to her work with individuals, Nicole works with couples navigating the fertility and pregnancy journey as well as adjusting to parenthood.

Nicole is committed to providing a safe, affirming space for women of color. For every client, Nicole’s practice is informed by race and identity, multiculturism, relationships, and family dynamics.