Nicole P.

Hello, my name is Nicole, and I am a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work in Indigenous Trauma and Resiliency from the University of Toronto. I come from a mixed-ancestry background, with my father immigrating from England and my mother immigrating from the Caribbean. My lived experiences have shaped my understanding of identity, belonging, culture, and the importance of honouring each person’s unique story and experiences.

Over the past 10 years, I have worked alongside individuals, families, and communities in a variety of settings, supporting people navigating trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, intimate partner violence, substance use, and the lasting impacts of intergenerational trauma.

My approach to counselling is relational, trauma-informed, and strengths-based. I believe healing begins with feeling safe, heard, and accepted, and I strive to create a space where clients can show up as they are without judgment. I work collaboratively with each person, recognizing their unique experiences, resilience, cultural strengths, and the wisdom they carry while supporting them in moving toward meaningful and lasting change.

I draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches, including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and attachment-based perspectives, tailoring therapy to each individual’s goals and needs.

It is a privilege to walk alongside clients in their healing journey, and I look forward to working together as you navigate life’s challenges, explore your strengths, and move toward the changes that are meaningful to you.