Nicole LaPorte, PMHNP-BC

With over 15 years of experience as a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Nicole serves individuals age 14 and up with behavioral health concerns across Delaware. Since graduating with a Master’s in Nursing from University of Southern Maine in 2009, she has provided holistic, person-centered care throughout the Philadelphia and Delaware region. Her experience spans hospital and partial hospital settings, outpatient care, and integrated behavioral health in primary care.

Building trust and understanding are at the heart of Nicole’s approach to care. She believes that every individual deserves to be heard, respected, and supported. Known for her nonjudgmental approach and active listening skills, Nicole strives to ensure that every patient leaves feeling listened to and encouraged.

Nicole has clinical experience treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and other diagnoses. She has a special focus on women’s mental health –including reproductive years, perimenopause, and menopause – as well as substance use, psychosis, and trauma. As a prescriber, she prioritizes collaboration with other providers to ensure safe, coordinated, and effective care

She offers evaluation of symptoms, diagnosing, medication management, and patient partnership in developing personalized treatment plans both in person and video visits.

Born and raised in Wilmington, DE, Nicole continues to call the area home. Outside of her work, she enjoys spending time in her garden, relaxing at the beach, and cheering on Philadelphia sports teams.