"“Within you, there is a stillness and a sanctuary to which you can retreat at anytime and be yourself.”"
nicoleia haris
ADVANCED CLINICAL FELLOW
all about nicoleia
Nicoleia brings a calm, grounded presence and a genuine sense of warmth into the therapy space, along with moments of lightness and humor when it feels right. Her style is rooted in deep listening and thoughtful reflection, helping clients feel seen, heard, and comfortable from the very beginning. Nicoleia offers a steady, reassuring energy that can feel especially grounding when life feels unpredictable or overwhelming. Clients would describe her as approachable, patient, and refreshingly real — someone who creates a space where trust can naturally take shape.
Nicoleia recognizes that starting therapy, facing hard truths, or working toward change can feel intimidating. She prioritizes creating an environment where clients feel safe to be honest, vulnerable, and fully themselves. She is at ease sitting with intense emotions and complex conversations, offering support with compassion rather than judgment. Nicoleia hopes that her clients will leave sessions feeling lighter, clearer, and less alone in their experiences.
Deeply committed to her clients and the therapeutic process, Nicoleia shows up with consistency, care, and genuine investment in the people she works with. She brings both professional insight and human understanding to the work. She knows firsthand how draining it can be to feel stuck in familiar patterns, to long for change, or to carry guilt or shame from the past. Nicoleia meets these experiences with respect, patience, and empathy. She finds true joy in celebrating progress, big or small, and in supporting clients as they move toward goals that once felt impossible.
how she works
Rooted in a humanistic framework, Nicoleia approaches therapy as a collaborative process grounded in trust, curiosity, and mutual respect. She works alongside clients to identify patterns that may be holding them back, develop practical strategies for managing stress and emotions, and take realistic, intentional steps toward change. Nicoleia especially enjoys incorporating mindfulness into her work, helping clients slow down, become more present, and cultivate moments of calm amid everyday demands. Drawing from DBT, CBT, and other evidence-based modalities, she supports clients in strengthening emotional regulation, navigating relationships more effectively, and making decisions that reflect their core values.
Sessions with Nicoleia are thoughtful and down-to-earth, allowing room for meaningful exploration as well as moments of humor when it feels supportive. Nicoleia also enjoys supporting individuals through periods of transition, helping them reconnect with what matters most and create lives that feel aligned and purposeful. She believes resilience often shows up in small, steady ways and that meaningful growth happens over time. Nicoleia approaches each client’s story with openness, compassion, and respect, and feels deeply privileged to support people as they heal, evolve, and uncover strengths they may not yet recognize.
Get to know me
Music
One thing you couldn't live without
Kittens
Something that always makes you smile
🕺🏽
Most used emoji
The beach!
Where is your happy place?
Teleportation
If you could have any superpower what would it be?
Make my bed, drink water, green juice & coffee, take vitamins, get ready for my day, all while listening to music
Morning routine
Self-care! Like doing a face mask & watching a movie
What do you do to de-stress?
I like to make sure my laundry is done & my home is clean, get organized & make to-do lists
How do you set yourself up for a successful week?
Greece!
Favorite place you have traveled
working out/walking/stretching, reading a book (ideally outside), drinking tea & painting or journaling
Rituals
