Hi there, I’m Nicole
I am currently pursuing a Master of Social Work degree at Aurora University, scheduled to graduate in May 2025.
Before interning at Living Pono, I received my Bachelor of Social Work degree in 2013 at Augsburg University in Minneapolis, MN, before entering the non-profit world. I have spent the last 10 years at a non-profit agency, working with older adults and connecting them with much-needed services. My first MSW internship was spent at a domestic violence shelter where I worked with both victims of domestic violence, as well as those participating in the Partner Abuse Intervention Program.
With the skills I’ve gained in these areas, I’m aiming to work with clients using a trauma-informed lens and a person-centered approach to help clients reach their goals. I’m passionate about creating a safe space for clients to express themselves without judgment while working through complex emotions. Outside of Living Pono, I enjoy playing ice hockey, volleyball, and softball and spending time with friends and my boxer Cammi.
Age Group/Population
- Police, Fire, Military Personnel, and their families
- Teens & Young Adults
- Older adults
- Trauma & PTSD
- Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Victims
- Grief
- BIPOC & Women
- LGBTQIA+
Treatment Approach
- EMDR Therapy
- Psychoeducation
- Person-Centered
- CBT
- Trauma-Informed
