Nicole DeCicco

Nicole DeCicco, M.S.Ed.,is a fourth-year Doctoral Psychology Intern at The Hope Centers. She earned dual undergraduate degrees in Human Development & Family Science and Psychology from The University of Rhode Island. During her time in Rhode Island, Nicole was involved with Jumpstart, an AmeriCorps-funded organization dedicated to promoting equitable learning opportunities for preschool-aged children in marginalized communities. This experience ignited her passion for developmental psychology. Nicole earned her Master of Science in Education with a focus on Child Psychology from Duquesne University, where she is also pursuing her Doctorate in Psychology.

Nicole's professional interests center on supporting children with neurodevelopmental disorders by helping them adopt adaptive strategies for independent and productive daily living. She is also deeply committed to expanding access to psychological services for underserved and marginalized populations, including those overlooked by healthcare and educational systems. Her clinical work in school psychology has underscored the critical role that schools play in providing legally mandated support and resources to these communities.