Trish Nicholson (she/her)

Attachment Theory

I focus on understanding and addressing how early relationships influence your current emotional and relational patterns. By helping you recognize and heal attachment wounds, we’ll explore how your past relationships influence your current emotional patterns and work on healing any attachment wounds. My goal is to help you build healthier, more secure connections in your life.

Cultural Congruence

Our work together will honor and integrate your unique cultural background and intersections, addressing the social and historical contexts that shape you and your experiences. By understanding your unique cultural values and perspectives, we create a therapeutic environment that not only respects but also empowers you. This approach aims to disrupts the impacts of systemic inequalities on your relationship to self, opening your life to more joy, authenticity, and congruence.

Emotionally Focused

Have you ever felt like you just couldn't find the words? Our emotions are at the heart of our relationships and personal well-being. Exploring, slowing down, and gaining understanding of our emotional experiencing can lead to transformative changes. This approach can give you the tools to articulate your feelings and gain clarity about your inner world, allowing you to express yourself in ways that nurture healthy connections with both yourself and others.

Somatic Therapy (Body Centered)

Trauma can often disconnect us from our bodily experiences, leaving us feeling fragmented and disconnected. In our sessions, we'll explore your body's responses to stress, trauma, and emotions, using techniques like breathwork, mindfulness, and body awareness to release tension and promote healing. By becoming more attuned to your body, you can achieve greater self-awareness, reduce stress, and foster a deeper sense of overall well-being.

Personal Growth

Personal growth isn’t about becoming someone else,it’s about reconnecting with who you’ve always been beneath survival strategies, roles, and expectations. I focus on creating a supportive and non-judgmental environment where you can explore your goals, values, and passions. Together, we work on identifying barriers to growth, such as limiting beliefs or past traumas, and develop strategies to overcome them.

Anxiety

I know how overwhelming anxiety can be and I’m here to help you manage and overcome it. My approach is all about creating a safe and supportive space where you can talk about your feelings and pinpoint what triggers your anxiety. We’ll use practical tools like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness to develop effective coping strategies. I also take into account your unique background and personal experiences to tailor our sessions to your needs.

Cultural and Systemic Oppression

I understand that navigating cultural and systemic oppression is deeply tied to historical and ongoing injustices that affect our communities. Together, we’ll explore the impacts of oppression on your mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being, drawing on the strengths and wisdom of our traditions and ancestors. We’ll work on strategies to cope, resist, and thrive, focusing on healing and empowerment.

Racial Identity

Embracing your racial identity is a journey of empowerment and self-discovery. I provide a safe space to explore your experiences and feelings about race, focusing on how it shapes your self-concept and relationships. Together, we’ll reconnect with and celebrate your ancestors and cultural heritage. By addressing the emotional, mental, and spiritual aspects of your racial identity, we'll work on cultivating self-acceptance, resilience, and empowerment.

Self-Esteem

Building healthy self-esteem is essential for your overall well-being and personal growth. In our sessions, we’ll create a supportive space to explore what’s affecting your self-esteem and work on overcoming negative self-beliefs. Together, we’ll identify and nurture your strengths, develop positive self-talk, and set achievable goals. By addressing the emotional, mental, and social aspects of self-esteem, we aim to build your confidence and foster a stronger, more positive self-image.