Nicole Gustavsson, MSW, Registered Social Worker, Therapist

Experience 

Nicole (she/her) is a passionate and caring registered therapist and social worker who has worked for many years with children, adolescents and adults in various therapeutic settings. She has experience facilitating group and individual therapeutic sessions, working with folks experiencing anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, eating disorders, trauma, grief, substance use issues and more.

Training 

She is a Registered Social Worker in good standing with the British Columbia College of Social Workers. Nicole holds a Bachelor of Social Work degree from the University of Victoria and a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Toronto. Throughout her schooling, she focussed her research on the mental health and wellbeing of children and their families. 

Nicole's therapeutic approach is client-centered and strengths-based. Her practice incorporates elements of Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing (MI). Nicole continues to grow and develop her practice by participating in ongoing training and clinical supervision.

Interests 

Outside of work, Nicole is an avid traveler who has lived in Australia and New Zealand. She enjoys skiing, scuba diving, camping and any opportunity she can to be outside with family and friends.

Services 

Nicole offers clinical counselling for children (6+), youth and adults, tailored to individual needs and overall well-being.