THERAPY, CONSULTATION
Nicola Irvin
M.Ed., RCT-C
I view counselling as a collaborative, relational, and deeply personal process grounded in evidence-based practice. My style is warm and straightforward, incorporating curiosity, humour, and depth. My work with all clients is explicitly identity-affirming, anti-oppressive, and attentive to the unique experiences that shape who we are. I strive to create a supportive therapeutic relationship in which clients feel safe expressing themselves honestly, without fear of judgement.
In my couples and family work, I support clients in slowing down, understanding patterns of disconnection, and accessing the emotions that sit beneath conflict. Drawing from EFT-based, attachment-based, and systems-based approaches, I work collaboratively to help each member feel heard, valued, and understood, while building safer, more sustainable relationships tailored to each partnership or family.
When working with children, I focus on emotional exploration, expression, and regulation while fostering personal autonomy. I take a family systems–based approach that considers the child within their home, school, and community environments.
In my individual work, I support clients in areas including anxiety, depression, identity exploration, addictions, and life transitions. I also welcome conversations around religion and spirituality, informed by my academic background in comparative religion and the intersection of spiritual and psychological well-being.
Counselling – Children, Adults, Couples and Other Pairings, Families
“There goes the loudest woman this town has ever seen.”
What I love about counselling:
Making the decision to begin counselling can be difficult. I think what I love most about counselling is connecting with clients right at that first moment – welcoming them in for the first time, knowing they have just taken such an important step by showing up for themselves.
Education:
Master of Education (Counselling) - Acadia University
A Few of My Favourite Things:
Colour - Navy Blue
Animal - Giraffe
Movie - Captain America: The Winter Soldier
Food - Pasta al Limone
Treat - Vandal Doughnuts
Music - Rock & Pop