About me

My name is Monique but known by most as Nikki. I am a licensed professional counselor. I am licensed in South Carolina with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping children, teens, and, young adults with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, value, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Relationships
  • Self esteem, Motivation
  • Depression
  • Coping with life changes
Also experienced in:
Family conflicts , Trauma and abuse , Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Parenting issues , Anger management , Career difficulties , Bipolar disorder , Compassion fatigue , Aging and Geriatric Issues , Caregiver issues and stress , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems

Years of Experience: 8

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

SC LPC 7114

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Monique Gilcrest. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Teen Counseling might be different.

Written on Oct 24, 2024 after therapy with Monique for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes

Monique is compassionate and easy to talk to. She has a good understanding of what I am dealing with. She is helping me figure the best ways to overcome what I am going through.

Written on Oct 18, 2024 after therapy with Monique for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Amazing

Written on Oct 10, 2024 after therapy with Monique for 2 weeks

She’s compassionate, friendly and responds quickly.

Written on Jul 01, 2024 after therapy with Monique for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue

Monique is there for me! Talking to her is my most anticipated call of the week.

Written on Jun 30, 2024 after therapy with Monique for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

I’ve only had one session with her but she made me feel very comfortable. She tackles intimate issues with fidelity and she stays neutral. I respect her and I’m glad I’m working with her.

Written on Jun 28, 2024 after therapy with Monique for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue

Has good insight

Written on Jun 21, 2024 after therapy with Monique for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and grief

Nikki has been absolutely amazing so far! I find myself nodding so much throughout our sessions because she always hits the nail on the head. She knows how to identify the pain points and speaks to them in a calm and reassuring manner. I’ve only had 2 sessions with her and I’m looking forward to more. She’s open, patient and attentive and I can’t wait to see the positive changes that will come about once I start putting her advice into practice. God bless you Nikki ❤️

Written on May 14, 2024 after therapy with Monique for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and adhd

This has been a great counseling experience so far and I intent to continue. Ms. Gilcrest gives me the perspective in a way I can receive it and understand it, so that I can be a better spouse myself and ultimately a better me. She's helped me to see why my spouse and I come into friction often during intense or less than positive conversations, and work on methods to reduce that friction.

Written on Apr 18, 2024 after therapy with Monique for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts

excellent listening skills and work habits

Written on Mar 21, 2024 after therapy with Monique for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Ms. “Nikki” Gilcrest is a phenomenal woman of God who is patient and attentive to your concerns. She doesn’t just respond to give an answer - she stops to digest and comprehend exactly what the nature of the concern is so that she may address the root. Additionally, if you’re faith-based, she incorporates scriptures in the appropriate places that you may takeaway. Our relationship is very much established and I’m grateful to be continuing therapy under her care and attention.

Written on Jan 17, 2024 after therapy with Monique for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes

I am so grateful for Monique. She has helped me navigate this season of my life better than I could on my own. She is like my pathfinder. I know the path is there but she helps me get to it. :)

Written on Jan 05, 2024 after therapy with Monique for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, and compassion fatigue

Monique is kind and understanding. She is a good listener with years of experience. Highly recommend.

Written on Dec 07, 2023 after therapy with Monique for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and coaching

She is straight to the point and is a great listener.

Written on Nov 25, 2023 after therapy with Monique for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes

she is on time, and sympathetic and empathetic.

Written on Nov 09, 2023 after therapy with Monique for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Right off the bat, on our first session together I've already started to see the ways in which I can improve and work towards, Ms. Gilcrest has helped me a lot.

Written on Nov 03, 2023 after therapy with Monique for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

Ms. Gil rest is very pleasant and really easy to talk to. I felt as it she could relate to my issues and Mede sure I was completely comfortable about the issues that I needed to discuss

Written on Oct 16, 2023 after therapy with Monique for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd

I am very fortunate to have found Ms. Gilcrest. She's attentive, a great listener, and offers thoughtful suggestions. Her comforting presence makes opening up less stressful. I appreciate her.

Written on Sep 18, 2023 after therapy with Monique for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes

Monique is a fantastic therapist. She has a unique way of making me feel supportive while gently "holding me to the fire" when I really need an encouraging push to move forward. She doesn't let me slack on myself, and I need that kind of support. It is amazing how she can bring these two approached together, and been so insightful. She gives me space, while also nudging me not to wallow in my indecision. She is great at cutting to the chase!

Written on Jun 03, 2023 after therapy with Monique for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem

Monique Gilcrest is amazing ! She's kind , supportive , and offers great advice . She's a ray of sunshine !

Written on Apr 27, 2023 after therapy with Monique for 1 month

Very relatable and gives wonderful advice!

Written on Apr 22, 2023 after therapy with Monique for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

Monique is a great person listen and add to your personal journey

Written on Apr 11, 2023 after therapy with Monique for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd

Ms. Gilcrest is very easy to communicate with.

Written on Apr 08, 2023 after therapy with Monique for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

Monique has been very responsive and listens to all my concerns and issues

Written on Apr 08, 2023 after therapy with Monique for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and grief

She is a great listener and transparent with herself when giving advice.

Written on Mar 16, 2023 after therapy with Monique for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

She is so wonderful

Written on Feb 17, 2023 after therapy with Monique for 2 months on issues concerning relationship

She is a fantastic therapist and really pushes everyone to be the best version of themselves. Highly recommend.

Written on Jan 31, 2023 after therapy with Monique for 2 months on issues concerning relationship

She is AMAZING!

Written on Dec 24, 2022 after therapy with Monique for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

My wife is a mental health therapist and she’s too good.. Monique leveled the field beteeen us like it was nothing. She is by far the best therapist we’ve had in about 10-13 attempts at this. Don’t waste your time. She is simply the best even if you hate what you hear. Take it!

Written on Dec 18, 2022 after therapy with Monique for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Monique is respectful, kind, understanding and a great listener. She offers the best insight and allows you to see things from a different perspective. I am so thankful for her and always look forward to our sessions.

Written on Dec 16, 2022 after therapy with Monique for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

Shows empathy and very Supportive. Get ideas and offers techniques to help cope. Definitely recommend!

Written on Nov 13, 2022 after therapy with Monique for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

She is God sent. I was matched with the right person. She’s not only helping me change my thought process and how I approach things, but she is ministering to my soul as well. I am so grateful for her.

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