Nikkie Rossetti, LCSW, LCADC

Personalized, compassionate virtual therapy that blends evidence-based strategies with practical, real-world solutions—helping you build on your strengths and create meaningful, lasting change.

Founded in 2023, Forward Thinking Mental Wellness began with a simple mission: to make high-quality mental healthcare more accessible, transparent, and personalized. What started as a solo practice has grown into a small team of dedicated clinicians who share a commitment to helping people navigate life's challenges with confidence, resilience, and self-compassion.

We believe that effective therapy is never one-size-fits-all. Every client brings unique experiences, strengths, values, and goals, which is why we draw from a variety of evidence-based approaches to create treatment plans tailored to each individual. Our work is rooted in strengths-based, culturally responsive care and guided by measurement-based practices that help ensure meaningful progress over time.

As lifelong learners, we continually seek out emerging research, best practices, and innovative approaches to mental wellness. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationships, or personal growth, our goal is to provide practical tools, genuine connection, and a supportive partnership that helps you move forward with clarity and purpose.

I'm Nicole J. “Nikkie” Rossetti, LCSW, LCADC, founder of Forward Thinking Mental Wellness. Since earning my Master of Social Work from Columbia University in 2014, I've had the privilege of working in a variety of clinical settings and supporting individuals through some of life's most challenging moments. My career began in the treatment of substance use disorders and has since expanded to include anxiety, stress management, life transitions, women's issues, and personal growth. Along the way, one thing has remained constant: I genuinely love the work I do and feel honored to be part of my clients' journeys.

My approach to therapy is both compassionate and practical. Clients often describe me as empathetic, approachable, and easy to talk to, but also direct when it comes to helping them create meaningful change. I believe therapy should provide more than insight alone—it should equip you with tools you can use in your everyday life. I draw from a variety of evidence-based modalities, including CBT, DBT, mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, Internal Family Systems, and strengths-based approaches, tailoring treatment to fit each person's unique needs rather than forcing them into a predetermined framework.

I also believe that healing doesn't have to be heavy all the time. When appropriate, I incorporate humor, authenticity, and real-world problem-solving into the therapeutic process. My goal is to help clients better understand themselves, build on their existing strengths, develop effective coping strategies, and ultimately find greater balance, acceptance, and fulfillment. Whether you're facing a specific challenge or simply feeling stuck, I'm committed to creating a supportive space where growth feels both achievable and sustainable.