Nicole Skylis

Licensed Masters of Social work

“Being able to feel safe with other people is probably the single most important aspect of mental health.” — Bessel van der Kolk

Do you feel like you’re carrying more than your share—emotionally, financially, or within your family system? Many of the women I work with are the strong ones, the dependable ones, the glue holding everything together. At times, this fast-paced life can feel gratifying and invigorating, even shaping your sense of value and confidence. But something may be shifting—what once felt fulfilling no longer does. You might find yourself burned out, tired, angry, depressed, or lonely. Many women I see come to therapy with a long history of feeling unseen, undercared for, or unappreciated—perhaps even invisible. There is a deep loneliness in living this way.

You may be longing for a space to feel heard and to find more balance between caring for others and caring for yourself. I’m here to partner with you—meeting you where you are, helping you better understand yourself, and supporting you in creating more authentic, sustainable ways of living and relating.

I specialize in supporting women who are overextended, burnt out, or navigating the long-term effects of chronic stress and childhood abuse. I also work with women who struggle with executive functioning problems. These are the people who keep the world turning but rarely get heard.
- Women in the helping and medical professions
- Adult women with childhood trauma
- Adult women with chronic illness
- Mothers of children with special needs
- Women who are caretakers of someone with mental health diagnosis or or substance use issues
- Women who struggle with executive functioning or who may have a diagnosis of ADHD.
Washington University in St. Louis — Master of Social Work, 2005
Grand Valley State University — Bachelor’s Degree, 2002
Nicole has been in clinical practice since 2005 and brings nearly two decades of experience supporting individuals through emotional, relational, and life transitions. Her work is informed by ongoing advanced training in trauma-informed and integrative approaches to therapy.
Nicole completed EMDR training through EMDR Chicago with Paula Merucci in 2020 and holds a Certificate in Integrated Behavioral Health and Primary Care (2016). She has also completed additional training through The Embody Lab.
Nicole continues to deepen her clinical work through advanced trainings in EMDR, Polyvagal Theory, Ego State Therapy, and Blocking Beliefs with EMDR Chicago in 2026.

To contact Nicole directly, feel free to call her directly at (734) 646-1941 or send her an email at nicoleskylis@gmail.com

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