With over 20 years of experience in mental health, Nicole specializes in trauma and anxiety disorders, employing evidence-based practices to provide comprehensive care. Personally driven by her journey to create a family, Nicole is passionate about supporting individuals and families navigating issues related to fertility and assisted reproductive technology.
Education
Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology, Pepperdine University
Bachelor of Arts in Clinical Psychology, Florida International University
Licensure
Nicole Charara is currently licensed in CA, FL, LA, IA, MA, MT, NJ, NY, OR, VT.
License Numbers: 53025, MT3539, MFT1551, 135372, LMFT 0646, LMFT10000405, 37F100228200, 002489, T3208, 100.0134308
I found my way to family-building because...
Families have always been an integral part of my life. I come from a big family and I always dreamed of having a family of my own. Having children is such a blessing and I am forever grateful that I am able to call myself a mom. It wasn’t as easy as I had thought it would be, but the journey and wait were all worth it.
Your journeys have taught me that...
People are strong and resilient. I have learned so much about love and hope by being able to walk alongside these journeys.
I keep hope alive by...
Learning from the individuals, couples and families that I work with. They inspire me on a daily basis and being able to witness to their hope often makes me optimistic in even the most difficult of times.
A moment that never gets old for me is...
The moment where the family building journey begins. The moment when a carrier finds out she is pregnant and the journey begins for an individual or a couple who has been waiting for so long to just have a positive pregnancy test. This never gets old and always reignites hope and optimism for me.
My really good day looks like…
A really good day looks like providing support to a carrier, support to intended parents, and being able to walk alongside all of these journeys. I have mostly good days because I love being a part of this process and hearing about everyone’s unique stories and their unwavering commitment to building a family.
You have an ally to get
you through this
The emotional side of family building is rarely talked about enough. We’re here to help you navigate the conversations, decisions, and experiences that come with it.
