Nicolina Ratto (she/her)

MA, PhD, CCC, OPQ

Montreal clinical psychologist providing tailored mental health & wellness services to support you to live your best life.

Clinical Psychologist in Saint-Laurent, QC,

Services
  • Individual
  • Couples
  • Family

About My Clients

I work with individuals & couples with a variety of psychological, emotional, & relational issues. I have extensive training & significant experience working with stress, anxiety & mood-related disorders, including depression & loss (breakups, divorce, grief). My research experience on attachment as well as my training & experience in relational & sexual difficulties have deepened my understanding of both men's & women's issues. I specialize in relationships, emotional health & wellness.

My Background and Approach

I use a whole person, integrative approach that is interactive, collaborative & supportive. I provide a nonjudgmental & compassionate space for exploration, problem-solving & skill-building to optimize psychological health. Scientifically-proven interventions are adapted to your unique needs. Consultations can be skill/solution-focused, and/or experiential & explorative.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I am passionate about helping people successfully achieve their personal & professional goals, live healthier, happier, more productive, & fulfilling value-based lives. All diversity of humanity is welcome and celebrated. Cultural sensitivity practice; LGBTQ+ friendly practice; Compassionate & nonjudgemental therapeutic space; Black Lives Matter, no exceptions; HeForShe, gender equality

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
Other Techniques
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Anger Management Therapy
  • Attachment Theory
  • Exposure Therapy
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Couples Counseling
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Family Therapy
  • Holistic Therapy
  • Humanistic Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy
  • Integrative Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Anxiety Depression Marriage Counseling
Other Issues
  • Aging Concerns
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Burnout
  • Cancer
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief or Loss
  • Infertility
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Marriage Counseling
  • Men's Issues
  • Parenting
  • Pregnancy and Postpartum
  • Women's Issues
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 17 years of practice
  • Languages: English, Français, Italiano

Info

Email Nicolina
685 Decarie Boulevard, Suite 210
Saint-Laurent, QC, H4L5G4

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