Nicole Messuri Keeler, LMFT, BCBA

Nicole Messuri Keeler is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst who integrates foundational principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy for children (DBT‑C), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to build emotional resilience and support lasting change. She specializes in treating adults with anxiety, depression, emotional overwhelm, perfectionism, burnout, overreactivity, relational, and parenting issues. Drawing on her extensive training in ABA and DBT-C Nicole provides a twenty week specialized program designed for children ages 6-12 who struggle with emotional and sensory sensitivity, frequent outbursts and tantrums, impulsivity, aggressive behavior, and rigid thinking. She partners with parents to build practical coping and effective behavior management skills and teaches children skills to manage big emotions leading to improved self-regulation and a calmer, more supportive family environment. Nicole's warm, collaborative style creates a safe space for growth. With the blend of skill-building and compassion, clients move beyond feeling stuck, develop healthier ways of responding to stress and emotions, and take meaningful action toward lives they want. With nearly 20 years of clinical experience, Nicole Messuri Keeler is a seasoned therapist dedicated to helping children, adults, and families build healthier, more fulfilling lives. Now based on the East Coast after 24 years in California, Nicole works remotely with clients in both New York and California.

Clinical Focus:

• Individual therapy for adults struggling with anxiety, depression, overthinking, suicidality, emotional overwhelm, difficulty with setting boundaries, perfectionism, burnout, stress, and people pleasing
• Child and parent/caregiver support for managing parenting stress and challenging behaviors (i.e. child aggression, disruptive behavior, rigid thinking, suicidality, irritability, impulsivity, non‑compliance, etc)
• Relationship challenges (romantic, family, & interpersonal)
• Assertiveness and communication
• Life transitions (marriage, divorce/break-up, career changes, becoming a parent, empty nest)

Licensing:

• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (CA License #: 45345, NY License #:002103)
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (Certification #1-11-8775)

Training:

• University of North Texas, Board Certification in Applied Behavior Analysis (B.C.B.A.)
• Antioch University, Los Angeles, Masters in Clinical Psychology (L.M.F.T.)
• St. John's Child and Family Development Center and multiple community mental and behavioral health clinics
• Foundationally trained in DBT by Marsha Linehan's Behavioral Tech
• Certified in DBT-C by Francheska Perepletchikova, Ph.D. with Behavior Tech
• Advanced Training in Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT) by Russ Harris with Behavior Tech

Other:

• Previously spearheaded the DBT-C program at DBT Center of Orange County to support children and families with improving emotion and behavior regulation, effective communication, and stronger relationships
• Previously worked as a DBT clinician and skills facilitator at DBT Center of Orange County
• Previously supervised MFT interns and ABA behavior interventionists in Los Angeles
• Previously worked as an elementary school teacher in the Los Angeles area
• Certified Traditional Naturopath with a background in wellness, holistic nutrition, and stress management