Nick is pursuing his PsyD degree in Clinical Psychology at William James College. His theoretical orientation centers on client empowerment, advocacy, and bolstering the therapeutic alliance. He believes that fostering an equitable therapeutic space allows clients to feel safe enough to explore their vulnerabilities and resiliencies without being judged or shamed.
Nick Rocha, M.A. Mental Health Counseling
Biography
Areas of Specialty
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Trauma/PTSD
- Grief
- LGBTQIA+ issues
Approaches to Therapy
- Solutions-Focused Brief Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Humanistic Therapy
- Trauma-focused
Experience and Education
- MA in Mental Health Counseling at Boston College, Massachusetts
- MA in Educational Leadership and Policy at Marquette University, Wisconsin
- Provided individual and group therapy at Wayside Youth and Family Support Network’s Partial Hospitalization Program
- Prior experience as a psychiatric technician for three years at Ascension Borgess Medical Center located in Kalamazoo, Michigan