Nicole believes that all individuals need someone to walk beside them, from time to time, when they are experiencing challenging times. She uses a trauma-informed and client-centred lens as she endeavours to be that person for her clients. Safety, collaboration, and flexibility are at the centre of Nicole’s client work. With over 17 years of experience working with individuals, families, and couples in a wide variety of clinical settings, Nicole balances evidence-based and feedback-informed interventions with relational and holistic approaches to engage her clients on their therapy journey.
After supporting her clients in the important work of helping them understand the foundations and origins of their struggles, she is skilled at then assisting them in transitioning to a sequenced, practical, and nuanced plan towards their goals. Nicole offers an inclusive, warm, and authentic space that is anchored in transparency and safety for her clients. Providing individualized support is one of Nicole’s values, so she is committed to seeking continuous input from her clients regarding pacing and ongoing needs.
Nicole always utilizes a Trauma-Informed lens, as this is her clinical specialization. She also integrates Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), and Attachment Theory (Parts work). She has specialized training in The Gottman Method, DBT, Critical Incident Debriefing, and Trauma. Nicole identifies as a lifelong learner and is always expanding her knowledge about innovative ways to engage her clients.