Nicole Martin

Calling all playful souls with big emotions. Come meet my playful soul! You might be a 4, 10, or 14 year old and need someone who understands your unique experience and developing mind. I will give you the means to play, talk, and express yourself through anxieties, anger, grief, peer difficulties, family challenges, and more! You might even be the caregiver of these youngsters and need some guidance on tough behaviours, emotions, parenting concerns, or life transitions. I will work independently with your child/adolescent, with you, or all together as a family to help build more skills and resilience. I've trained specifically in various play therapy modalities, Theraplay, SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) for parents, Collaborative Problem Solving, DIR-Floortime, and much more! I have spent my entire professional career focusing on supporting children/families, working in clinical settings, shelters, schools, and within homes to provide therapy and support. I value a multidisciplinary and comprehensive approach to understanding a child’s difficulties and also welcome consultation with the other professionals in your child's life. I have a deep compassion for the developing mind of the child/adolescent and I aim to give them a safe space to foster growth, big or small. My compassion extends to the parents/caregivers as well, knowing you care deeply about their growth and your role in that. Let us meet and build a plan that is suited to your family's needs!