Licensed Clinician
Dr. Nicole Waters is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and holds a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Marriage and Family Therapy. She serves as a Licensed Clinician for the USD Tele-Mental Health Training Clinic’s National Guard Clinical Support (PTSD Now!) program in Sacramento, providing in-person and telehealth services to California National Guard members and their family members.
Dr. Waters’ clinical work focuses on trauma-informed, evidence-based treatment approaches for service members navigating operational stress, anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress. She integrates Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), CBT-based interventions, and systems theory to support both individuals and families. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, she integrates a relational and contextual understanding into individual therapy, recognizing the multiple systems that influence each client’s experience.
In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Waters provides clinical supervision and consultation, supporting the professional development of emerging therapists and promoting ethical, evidence-based care. She is committed to maintaining high standards of clinical excellence while expanding access to quality mental health services for National Guard members and their families.
Dr. Waters is honored to contribute to a growing network of care within the California Military Department and the University of San Diego community.
Dr. Waters supports clients through the Veterans Initiative - PTSD NOW! branch of the clinic.