Nicole Barquist

Nicole Barquist, a dedicated Seattle-based Art and Psycho-Therapist, specializes in guiding adults through the transformative power of verbal and visual expression. With a compassionate and culturally sensitive approach, she explores her clients' experiences, providing both an emotional outlet and a path to meaningful change. Nicole fosters a therapeutic environment where clients feel truly heard and safe to delve into their inner experiences. Understanding that revisiting memories and behaviors can be challenging, she emphasizes the importance of a strong therapeutic relationship as the foundation for effective change. Nicole holds an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Art Therapy from Antioch University, complemented by a BA in Child and Family Studies with a focus on child welfare and human services from Portland State University. With extensive experience in trauma, eating disorders, acute psychosis, and sexual deviance, she is particularly passionate about supporting children and adults who are navigating the impacts of sexual trauma and attachment injuries leading to personality disorders. Furthermore, Nicole has a unique interest in working with individuals who experience atypical or deviant sexual urges, especially those identifying as minor attracted, ensuring a non-judgmental and strength-based approach to therapy.