Nicole Franger, LPC, Therapist in Plainfield, Illinois

Nicole Franger, LPC, helps teens and adults across Illinois navigate life’s challenges with compassion, clinical skill, and a personalized approach to therapy. As a Licensed Professional Counselor at LifeStance Health, she provides individual therapy for adolescents, young adults, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns. Nicole creates a supportive environment where patients can build resilience, develop practical coping strategies, and work toward meaningful, lasting change. A particular area of passion for Nicole is helping individuals facing gender identity concerns, grief, and women’s mental health challenges, including post-partum depression and anxiety. She understands that these experiences can be deeply personal and complex, and she works collaboratively with patients to foster self-understanding, emotional healing, and confidence. Her approach emphasizes respect, empathy, and evidence-based care tailored to each person’s unique story and goals. Nicole utilizes proven therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). These interventions help patients identify unhelpful patterns, strengthen emotional regulation, and develop healthier ways of responding to difficult thoughts and experiences. In addition to her primary specialties, she has experience supporting individuals with bipolar disorder, school avoidance, and other mental health concerns. She earned her education from Lewis University and is committed to ongoing professional growth to ensure patients receive thoughtful, high-quality care informed by current best practices in mental health treatment. Outside of her clinical work, Nicole is passionate about animals, especially her two cats. She also enjoys running, fitness, and learning about history. These interests help her maintain balance and bring a sense of curiosity and energy to her work with patients.