Hi, I’m Nicole!

When I first stepped into the world of social work, I knew I wanted to help people, but I didn’t realize just how much I’d learn and grow myself. Over the years, I’ve worked in community advocacy, program development, substance abuse rehab and of course outpatient therapy. I have worked with people of all ages, starting with the littles and eventually finding my true place with adults and even some elders. What I’ve discovered in my work is that stress and trauma aren’t always the loudest thing in the room, but they are often the quiet undercurrent, shaping how we think, feel, and relate, even when we don’t realize it.

This is why building trust matters so much to me. I know what it’s like to be guarded, to second-guess your feelings and to wonder if it’s even safe to open up. A lot of us weren’t taught how to sit with difficult emotions. Instead, we learned to bottle them up, power through, or pretend everything’s fine. But that can leave you exhausted, disconnected, and stuck in survival mode. Therapy is where we start shifting that.

My approach to therapy is grounded, supportive, and yes, even a little playful when it fits. I’m not here to analyze you from a distance. I’m here to walk with you as you start noticing the patterns that have kept you in a loop of overthinking, avoiding, people-pleasing, and controlling everything around you just to feel safe. Together, we’ll work toward something much better: calm that isn’t forced, confidence that doesn’t feel fake, and peace that actually lasts.

Why I Opened My Practice

I opened my practice because I wanted to offer something deeper. Something that helps you reconnect with who you truly are, not just who you’ve had to be to get by. Using a mix of evidence-based methods along with a good dose of honesty, warmth, and attunement, I’ll help you build the kind of inner resilience that lets you breathe easier, even in the messier seasons of life.

I believe in a full-circle approach to healing, one that includes the mind, body, and spirit. And no, you don’t need to be “spiritual” to benefit from therapy. But staying open to what’s possible can make space for some pretty incredible shifts.

A Bit About Me Outside the Office

When I’m not in session, I like to be outside exploring in nature, experimenting with new recipes, or listening to live music somewhere. Oh, and I can’t forget hanging out with my two adorable black cats and my hubby. They keep me grounded! I’d describe myself as old soul with a modern lens, and I bring that energy into every part of my work.

If you’re ready to stop bracing for life and start living it, like really living it, I’d love to hear from you.