Hello. My name is Melissa Dawes (she/her), a thoughtful and mature Master of Social Work practicum student from Wilfired Lauier University. I am thrilled to work with Wisewell Psychotherapy, up to December 18th 2026, to support you in your journey towards healing and self-growth, under the direction and supervision of Sarah Patterson, MSW, RSW.

With over 5 years experience of caring one-on-one client interactions, my approach has always been grounded in kindness, active listening, professionalism, compassion and a genuine commitment to people’s unique healing journeys.

Life can often feel overwhelming, and navigating heavy life stressors can leave us feeling stuck. I view therapy as a deeply collaborative partnership. Together, we will work to cultivate the self-awareness necessary to foster meaningful growth and sustainable change.

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Nicole is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) who embraces an integrative and eclectic approach to therapy, recognizing that there is no “one-size-fits-all” path to healing. Drawing from CBT, DBT, psychodynamic, person-centered, trauma-informed, and narrative therapy approaches, Nicole ensures she tailors her work to meet the unique needs of each client.

Her areas of expertise include supporting individuals in recovery from trauma, abuse, and codependent relationships, as well as addiction, challenging family dynamics, and couples. Nicole has extensive experience in crisis intervention and supportive care, having served as a manager on a crisis line for sexual assault and domestic violence, as a support staff member at an inpatient treatment center, and as a sober living manager. These experiences have allowed her to grow in her ability to combine compassion with trauma-informed action, helping clients feel both safe and empowered in the therapeutic space.

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