Ellen Nicola, PhD

Ellen Nicola, PhD
Conditions and Treatments
- Depression
- Psychotherapy
- Anxiety Disorders
Conditions and Treatments
- Psychotherapy
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Depression
- Dementia
- Anxiety Disorders
Ratings and Reviews
4.742 Ratings 19 Comments |
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Listened to me | 4.7 |
Clearly explained my problem or condition | 4.6 |
Addressed my questions and concerns | 4.7 |
Within Atrium Health, we use survey results to better understand what is important to our patients and how we can improve healthcare experiences. The overall Patient Rating score comes from the questions on our Medallia Patient Experience Survey. Responses are measured on a scale, where 0 represents "very poor" and 10 represents "very good.” Those scores are shown as 1 to 5 stars on the provider’s profile.
Patient Comments
- November 2, 2022 She does active listening very well. That's what I need. Then she has occasional suggestions which are very helpful! The time flies by.
- October 6, 2022 Compassionate and understanding
- September 27, 2022 It's a little pre-mature to give real opinions, but so far everything seems great
- September 17, 2022 Dr. Nicola is one of the kindest providers I have ever met. She is professional, attentive and truly cares.
- August 29, 2022 professional, caring and concerned
- August 16, 2022 Dr Nicola is very friendly but also professional. She's good at helping me set goals and leads me along as this is what I told her I needed; not just friend saying that they're really sorry for what I'm going through. I need the professional advice.
- August 11, 2022 Laid back, not pushy. Friendly
- July 14, 2022 Very caring. Explains next steps
- July 7, 2022 Dr Nicola is very compassionate and empathetic to my problems and is very kind and helps me anyway she can when other providers won’t. I’ve had problems getting medications she knows I need very much & helps me.
- June 26, 2022 Dr. Nicola is one of the most caring providers I have ever had!!!
- June 2, 2022 Ellen Nicola was very thorough and a very good listener. I think she genuinely cares about me as a patient.
- May 24, 2022 Dr. Nicola is one of the kindest providers I have ever had. With the health system rapidly changing, finding a doctor who cares, is rare! I am so glad to have Dr. Nicola as one of my doctors.
- April 12, 2022 A true caring provider who provides support, shares resources information, and makes you feel accepted. She helps you make positive choices in life. She's the best mental health provider!!!
- April 12, 2022 Dr.Nicola is kind, concerned and truly listens
- April 5, 2022 Receptionist was friendly and Ellen has a welcoming personality, friendly, and perspicacious. Everybody wants a quick fix and I'm no different. I'll just have to accept the fact these things take time. I do have some concerns about the sustainability of the expenditure of the care and have spoken with someone at Atrium Health billing. They suggested I inquire as to grants or discounts offered and suggested I contact the billing department at the Behavior Health office. My attempts to reach them by phone have been unsuccessful and I have not had a call back after leaving a message on the voice mail.
- April 2, 2022 I am completely satisfied with her professionalism and ability to help guide me through this emotional process to a healthy alternative.
- March 18, 2022 Pleasant, easy to communicate with, knowledgeable and professional.
- March 16, 2022 Dr. Nicola is very insight and ask good question that help me to dig deep into myself on why I think or react the way I do. She offers exercises and ideas that help me to work through my struggles.
- February 26, 2022 Dr. Nicola is by far the best therapist I have ever had. She listens, is compassionate, and truly helps me through some difficult situations. I would definitely recommend Dr. Nicola. Good doctors should be recognized and celebrated, because all are not like that. She is absolutely amazing!!!
Locations
Behavioral Medicine - Eastchester
formerly known as Cornerstone Behavioral Medicine
Credentials
Education
- University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, 1992
Positions
- Psychologist - Wake Forest Health Network
Insurance
This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.
Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.
If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC -Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January2022
AETNA CONNECTED ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes (not applicable to services provided at High Point)
AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations
AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
APEX MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations
BLUE LOCAL (WFBH INDIVIDUAL & WFBH X_Group): Accepted at all locations
BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations
CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA: Accepted at all locations
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes)
CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)
CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
COVENTRY/WELLPATH: Accepted at all locations
CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
DEVOTED HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)
FIRST HEALTH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GOLDEN RULE INS (UNITED): Accepted at all locations
HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations
MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)
OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC and Wilkes)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
VA CCN: Accepted at all locations
WELLCARE: Accepted at all locations
WELLPATH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC