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Nicole DeRobertis, LCSW, LLC

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Nicole DeRobertis, LCSW, LLC

Mindful anxiety therapy for clients 18+.

02/04/2026

You can meet deadlines, stay organized, and move through daily life while still feeling overwhelmed on the inside. Outward stability doesn’t always reflect emotional well-being. For many people, staying busy becomes a way to manage ongoing stress or anxiety. When the nervous system stays on high alert, exhaustion and overwhelm can build beneath the surface.

If holding it together feels draining, that’s worth paying attention to. Support matters here too.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Let’s connect.
📱 203.644.0557

02/02/2026

There is a lot of stress tied to sleep. The fear of not falling asleep, not getting enough hours, or not having the energy for the next day can quickly take over. That pressure can cause the mind to race, the body to tense, and anxiety to build right when rest is needed most.

Sleep improves when the nervous system feels supported rather than rushed. Gentle routines, consistency, and small moments of release help signal safety to the body and calm the mind. Over time, these steady practices create a sense of ease around sleep and help rest feel more accessible, even during stressful seasons.

01/29/2026

If you’re new here, welcome, I’m glad you’re here.

I grew up as the daughter of a nurse, which shaped my early belief that care, compassion, and service can change lives. That path led me to earn my Master of Social Work from Fordham University and become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

My background includes community mental health, crisis intervention, court-based clinical services, and supporting families through wraparound care. Today, I provide trauma-informed individual therapy and parenting support, drawing from humanistic, relational, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral approaches. I tailor treatment to each person’s needs, strengths, and lived experiences because no two journeys are the same.

It’s an honor to walk alongside clients as they work toward healing, stability, and a life that feels more like their own.🌲🤍

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01/26/2026

A fresh week is the perfect excuse to take gentle care of yourself, so here’s a challenge designed to make wellness feel doable, not demanding. Each day has one small practice that supports your mind, body, and emotional bandwidth

Move through the week at your own pace, adapt what you need, and let this feel like something you get to do rather than something added to your plate. Little shifts truly add up when they’re consistent and kind to yourself.🙌✨

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01/25/2026

Your mind is not designed to manage endless mental tabs. When too many demands sit open at once, focus becomes scattered and decision making becomes tiring. January is an ideal time to lighten that load. Completing one small task, postponing what does not need attention yet, and releasing unnecessary mental to-do’s can make a meaningful difference.

Reducing cognitive clutter strengthens your ability to think clearly, respond thoughtfully, and move through the day with more ease. A lighter mind makes room for steadier choices.❄️🧠✨

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01/23/2026

Understanding your window of tolerance can change the way you interpret your emotional reactions. When you step outside that window, it does not mean you are “too sensitive” or “not coping well.” It simply means your system has reached its limit.

The goal of therapy is not to eliminate stress but to widen this window so you can move through challenges with more steadiness and less distress. With practice, grounding skills, supportive relationships, and nervous-system–aware strategies, your capacity expands over time.🤌🧠

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01/20/2026

As January winds down, reflection becomes less about setting resolutions and more about understanding what actually supports your well-being. Instead of picking apart what you “should have done,” look at the patterns that shaped your month, what energized you, what drained you, and what surprised you.

This kind of reflection creates insight without judgment. It helps you step into the rest of the year with intention rather than pressure.

If you want space to sort through these patterns with support, I’m here.🔍🕊️🪞

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01/15/2026

Psychological flexibility is one of the strongest predictors of emotional well-being. It helps you navigate stress without shutting down, staying stuck, or fighting reality. When you can shift perspectives, consider more than one possibility, and adjust your expectations, challenges feel less like threats and more like situations you can respond to with calmness.

This flexibility creates room for problem-solving, self-compassion, and healthier decision-making. 🌱🧠✨

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01/13/2026

Social fatigue is more than feeling “peopled out.” It happens when your emotional energy has been stretched by conversation, caretaking, or simply staying attuned to other people’s needs. Your mind keeps up, but your internal battery drops without warning.

You may notice it through small signals such as irritability, zoning out mid-conversation, needing extra quiet, or feeling heavy after social plans you normally enjoy.

Giving yourself space after social stretches is part of healthy regulation. A short walk, intentional silence, or time alone helps your system settle so you can return to connection with more presence!

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01/09/2026

Winter can shrink emotional bandwidth in ways that catch you off guard. Feeling more tired, more reactive, or less motivated is a common seasonal response, not a personal flaw. Your system is working harder than it seems, and giving it a gentler pace can make the season feel more manageable.

Here are small, grounding adjustments that can support you through the darker months:

🫖Create one comforting ritual that you look forward to every day.

🚶‍♀️Take short mindful movement breaks to keep your body and mood from stagnating.

📝Keep your to-do list smaller so your energy is not spread too thin.

📞Schedule intentional connection with someone who feels easy to be around.

Winter invites slowness. Honoring that shift will help you stay grounded and emotionally supported!

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01/07/2026

Burnout can make joy feel far away, and that can feel confusing when part of you still remembers what used to feel good. Instead of trying to jump back into excitement, give yourself permission to start small. Gentle, low-pressure moments such as a warm drink, a soft light in the room, or a quiet walk in the cold, can help you reconnect with yourself in ways that do not overwhelm.

Joy does not disappear. It just needs space to return at a pace that matches where you are right now.

If you want support finding steady ground again, reach out whenever you’re ready. ❄️🧣

https://www.nderobertislcsw.com/

01/05/2026

Cooking can become such a steadying ritual this time of year. There is something therapeutic about choosing ingredients, warming the kitchen, and creating something nourishing with your own hands. It gives your mind a place to land when the days feel long or unfocused.

This can also engage your senses, add structure to quiet evenings, and help you reconnect with small moments of satisfaction that winter often takes away.

If this season feels overwhelming or disconnected, small rituals like cooking can help you feel more anchored!

https://www.nderobertislcsw.com/

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57 Exchange Street Suite 403
Portland, ME
04101

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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm

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+12036440557

Website

http://www.nderobertislcsw.com/

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