Founder
Nicole Charara, LMFT
Nicole Charara is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and the founder of Elements Therapy & Wellness in Cocoa Beach, Florida. She has been working with children, families, and adults since 2001.
Nicole earned her Bachelor of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Florida International University and her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy, from Pepperdine University.
Her clinical experience includes supporting individuals and families navigating anxiety, depressive symptoms, parenting concerns, life transitions, and relationship challenges. She has worked in community mental health, schools, research, and private practice, including work with multicultural communities in California, Florida, and Singapore. Nicole provides services in English and Spanish.
Summary of Experience
- Licensed Mental Health ClinicianSan Diego Unified School District
- Marriage & Family TherapistCenter for Psychology, Singapore
- Mental Health Case WorkerSan Diego Unified School District
- Prevention and Early Intervention Coordinator & Bilingual TherapistThe Help Group
- Bilingual TherapistPrivate Practice
- Bilingual TherapistDidi Hirsch Community Mental Health Center
- Intervention FacilitatorUCLA Semel Institute Center for Community Health
- Bilingual TherapistNew Directions for Youth
- Program SpecialistPeace Games
- Research AssistantLos Angeles Unified School District
- Case Manager / Outreach SupervisorOrlowitz-Lee Children’s Advocacy Center / Kristi House
Education
- Pepperdine UniversityM.A. Clinical Psychology, Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy
- Florida International UniversityB.A. Clinical Psychology
Evidence-Based Practices
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Positive Parenting Program (Triple P)
- Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP)
- Incredible Years Program (IY)
My Approach
I believe in providing compassionate, evidence-based, and relationship-centered care. My approach is collaborative, supportive, and tailored to each person’s unique needs, with an emphasis on creating a safe space for growth and meaningful change.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, helping them navigate emotional challenges, relationships, parenting concerns, and important life transitions. My goal is to help clients develop greater self-awareness, practical coping strategies, and stronger connections.
Working across a range of settings and cultures has deepened my appreciation for each person’s individual story, background, and values. I strive to offer a welcoming and inclusive experience for everyone seeking support.
Healing happens in connection.
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