- Person-focused care
- Practical coping skills
- Adoption and foster care
About Nina
Dr. Nina Rathmann is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship and intimacy concerns, and struggles with self-esteem and addiction. She also has a focused interest in adoption and foster care issues and in challenges that arise from caregiving, chronic illness, and major life changes. Her straightforward, calm manner aims to make difficult conversations feel more manageable.
She uses an adaptable, person-focused approach and starts from where each person is. Sessions move at the client’s pace and emphasize practical steps you can try between meetings. Nina values a warm, nonjudgmental space where people can be heard and understood.
Her background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Colorado, a Master of Social Work from the University of Denver, and a Doctorate in Psychology with an emphasis on Health and Wellness earned in 2019. She brings 25 years of experience to clinical work and to supporting people through loss, medical challenges, and life transitions.
In sessions she blends methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to meet individual needs. The focus is on clear goals, coping skills, and building momentum toward change.
If you have specific questions about how she works or whether her style fits your needs, the profile invites you to reach out and learn more before scheduling.
Therapeutic approaches and what online work can look like
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then commit to actions that match their values. It can be helpful for anxiety, stress, chronic illness adjustment, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and teaches practical strategies to change unhelpful patterns; it often helps with anxiety, depression, and coping skills. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on identifying and understanding emotional responses to improve how someone relates to themselves and others, which can support relationship and intimacy concerns.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose or blend methods based on their goals, needs, and preferences. That means trying strategies, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan together as progress is made.
Specific session formats are not detailed in this profile, so confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people keep continuity of care if they are managing medical appointments or caregiving duties. Licensed professionals can adapt ACT, CBT, and EFT techniques effectively over distance while focusing on measurable steps and real-life practice between sessions.
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Experience
25+ years
Credentials
Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, eating and body image concerns, caregiver stress, and many life changes. Adoption and foster care matters are listed as an additional focus.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is warm, nonjudgmental, and flexible. She starts where each person is and works at their pace using practical tools and conversational exploration.
How much experience does she have?
She has 25 years of clinical experience working with people facing trauma, chronic illness, loss, and major life transitions.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and practices in Colorado.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not accepted.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.