Dr. Venus Nicolino
Dr. Venus Nicolino, M.A., M.A., Ph.D., is a doctor of clinical psychology who’s also known as Dr. V. She’s famed for her bestselling book, Bad Advice: How to Survive and Thrive in an Age of Bulls--t, as well as her media appearances, television shows and podcast, “The Tea With Dr. V.” Nicolino is known for her irreverent approach, which has made her a fan favorite. Today, she helps people navigate the complexities of being human in a down to earth easily digestible way. She is embraced by both the professional and entertainment community. Although she’s known for her quick wit and charismatic personality, Dr. Venus Nicolino is a respected expert in the field of psychology. She has two master’s degrees in clinical psychology, one from the California School of Professional Psychology and one from New York University. She also earned her doctorate in clinical psychology at CSPP. No. 1 Bestselling Book
Nicolino has seen our country’s mental health epidemic firsthand. Wary of the fluff in the self-help space, Dr. V wanted to provide practical, research-based information to help people navigate relationships, mental health, and confidence — in her uniquely fiery, no-filter approach. Bad Advice: How to Survive in an Age of Bullsht is Dr. Venus Nicolino’s bestselling book. HarperCollins published it on Oct. 22, 2019, to great acclaim. USA Today recognized it as a bestselling book, the Los Angeles Times listed it as a No. 1 bestseller, and the New York Post added it to their recommended-reading list as one of the “top five books that will change your life”. Dr. V made waves in the self-help space with Bad Advice. Her down-to-earth language is a breath of fresh air that offers readers an unconventional but effective understanding of the human condition. Nicolino’s approach might be nontraditional, but fans have clamored for her sharp-tongued and empathetic approach to familial relationships, love, career, and self-confidence. Media and TV Appearances Nicolino is a charismatic relationship guru who’s shared her expertise in numerous media appearances. She’s a regular guest and host on TV shows, news outlets, podcasts, radio shows, and more. Dr. V is frequently consulted by Fox News and CNN News, where she delves into relationship- and career-oriented topics. She puts her professional credentials to work, helping news outlets share psychological grounded advice relevant to current events. Dr. V has often appeared on talk shows such as The Real Rachael Ray, The Steve Harvey Show, and The Dr. Oz Show. Nicolino also makes frequent appearances on Sirius XM’s talk shows. Dr. V was a fixture on reality TV shows including Millionaire Matchmaker and The Real Housewives of New Jersey. She also was the featured doctor on Bravo TV’s LA Shrinks before hosting over 80 episodes of Marriage Boot Camp. Her direct, no-bull approach quickly
made her a fan favorite, drawing a loyal following of watchers who love her no-holds-barred advice. Dr. Venus Nicolino has completed over 100 episodes of television. ‘The Tea With Dr. V’ Podcast Nicolino dishes out irreverent yet heartfelt advice on her weekly podcast, “The Tea With Dr. V,” which has a 4.7-star rating on Apple Podcasts. Thanks to Dr. V’s psychological expertise, Hollywood glamor, and no-bull attitude, her podcast gives listeners hot takes from a star-studded celebrity guest list. Dr. Venus Nicolino’s sharp advice covers everything from self-confidence to relationships and mental health.
Personal Life[edit]
Dr. Venus Nicolino is one of five children and grew up in a blue-collar family in West Philadelphia. She learned the value of hard work from her parents, who raised her to be strong and adaptable. Dr. Venus Nicolino lived in New York City when studying at New York University. She now splits her time between Los Angeles, California and Lugano, Switzerland. Dr. V has been married for over twenty years and has three children.
