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BRIGHT CIRCLE COUNSELING · CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, PA

You Don't Have to
Carry This Alone.

You've been managing, pushing through, keeping it together — and you're exhausted. Real, compassionate therapy can help you finally feel like yourself again.

Insurance Accepted:

Highmark BCBS

UPMC Health Plan

Aetna

UnitedHealthcare

Cigna

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Serving Cranberry Twp. and surrounding areas

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 Psychology Today Verified

IS THIS YOU?

You've been holding it together for a long time.

Maybe you feel anxious all the time but can't explain why. Maybe something happened that you just can't shake. Maybe you're so focused on everyone else that you've forgotten how to take care of yourself. Whatever brought you here — you deserve support.

Anxiety

Depression

Trauma / PTSD

Life Transitions

Relationship Issues

Grief

Mood Disorders

HOW IT WORKS

Starting therapy is simpler than you think.

01

Reach Out

Fill out a brief inquiry or call us directly. No long forms, no pressure — just a first hello.

02

Get Matched

We'll talk through what you're looking for and make sure it's a good fit before anything else.

03

Start Healing

Begin sessions at a pace that works for you, in-person or via telehealth, on your schedule.

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MEET YOUR THERAPIST

Nichole Barrett, LPC, NCC, MS

My name is Nichole Barrett, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. My passion for helping others has guided my work throughout my career. I believe therapy should feel collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each individual's unique experiences. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where adults can better understand themselves, develop healthy coping strategies, and move toward meaningful change.

 

I currently work with adults ages 18 and older who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, and other mental health concerns. Everyone has their own unique perspective and life experiences, which is why I take an individualized and compassionate approach to treatment planning and therapy. Together, we can explore evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and psychoeducation to help you better understand your experiences, build practical coping skills, and strengthen resilience.

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OUR APPROACH

Evidence-based therapy, delivered with warmth.

Every treatment plan is built around you — your history, your goals, and the pace that feels right.

Trauma-Informed Therapy

Gently process what happened so your past no longer controls your present or your future.

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Reshape the thought patterns keeping you stuck and build practical tools for lasting change.

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Mindfulness

Learn practical mindfulness techniques that help you stay present, manage overwhelming emotions, and respond to stress with greater clarity and self-awareness.

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CLIENT STORIES

I finally feel like I have tools to manage the anxiety I've been living with for years. Nichole made me feel safe from day one.

— Client, age 34

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I was skeptical about therapy. Now I can't imagine where I'd be without these sessions. It changed my relationships completely.

— Client, age 28

After my loss, I didn't know how to grieve. Bright Circle gave me a space to finally process everything I'd been holding in.

— Client, age 52

Real people. Real progress.

Ready to take the first step?

You deserve support. Let's talk about what you're going through.

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