Therapist in Beaverton, Oregon Nick, Therapist
Gender Identity: Male
Ages Served: 18-64
Appointments: In-office and Online
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only
Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans
Nick, MA, LPC
Specializes In:
Nick Carter is a dedicated therapist at LifeStance Health, providing compassionate and evidence-based care to individuals and couples throughout Oregon. He works with clients facing challenges such as depression, trauma, anxiety, and relationship difficulties, helping them develop practical strategies to improve their emotional well-being. Through an in-depth and collaborative approach, Nick ensures that each client’s unique concerns and values are at the center of their treatment. Many individuals he works with experience relief within the first month and continue to make meaningful progress over time. Specializing in anxiety, PTSD/trauma, and couple’s issues, Nick helps clients navigate the complexities of mental health and relationships. He employs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure Therapy, and Schema Therapy to support clients in breaking negative thought patterns, processing difficult emotions, and building healthier coping skills. Whether addressing the impact of past trauma or guiding couples through relationship challenges, he provides a supportive and structured environment where clients can heal and grow. Nick is especially passionate about working with men’s issues, recognizing the unique mental health struggles men face due to societal pressures and expectations. He creates a space where men can explore their emotions, develop resilience, and build stronger relationships. Additionally, he is committed to supporting LGBTQ+ individuals and military veterans, offering affirming and specialized care to address their unique experiences. Outside of his practice, Nick enjoys expressing himself through art in various forms, staying active with weightlifting, and spending time outdoors. These personal interests contribute to his holistic perspective on mental health, emphasizing creativity, physical well-being, and balance in everyday life.
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Individual Therapy: Ages 18-64
Areas of Focus
Individual Therapy
Get help addressing challenges and improve well-being with a clinician's guidance.
- First responder stress
- LGBTQ+
- Men's health/issues
- Military & veteran
- Anger issues
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Career & relationships (mid-life)
- Career & work issues
- Depression/feeling down
- Empty nesters
- Gender identity
- General relationship issues
- Grief & loss
- Intense mood changes
- Marital stress or divorce
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Panic attacks
- Parenthood
- Premarital counseling
- Self-esteem
- Sexual trauma
- Stress management
- Trauma & PTSD
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Care Oregon
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- First Choice
- Health Net
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- Kaiser Permanente (Northwest)
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Moda Health
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Pacific Source
- Partners Direct Health
- Providence Health Plan
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Regence BlueCross BlueShield
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Trillium
Languages
- English
Education
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Pacific University
FAQs
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Nick. You can also call 503-567-3260 to have someone assist you.
Nick generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 503-567-3260 to find out Nick's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Nick:
- Aetna
- Care Oregon
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- First Choice
- Health Net
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- Kaiser Permanente (Northwest)
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Moda Health
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Pacific Source
- Partners Direct Health
- Providence Health Plan
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Regence BlueCross BlueShield
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Trillium
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 503-567-3260 to see how we can help.
Nick is a Therapist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Nick works at the following locations:
Yes, Nick does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Nick is currently offering in-office visits at the following locations: