Haley Nelson, MEd, LAC

I know deeply what it’s like to feel the weight of it all as a woman and mother. The endless striving. The pressure to do everything right. The loop of thoughts that won’t quiet down. The weariness that comes from caregiving, motherhood, chronic stress, or grief, especially the kinds of grief that aren’t always seen or validated.

Before I became a therapist, I spent years supporting students and families as a teacher, school counselor, and birth doula. No matter the role, the heart of the work was always the same: connection, presence, and walking alongside people in their most vulnerable and transformative moments.

That’s what I offer here. A place where you can let the mask drop and space to feel, heal, and be deeply human.

I work primarily with women who are navigating anxiety, depression, transition, burnout, and trauma. My clients include those navigating pregnancy or the postpartum period, parenting young children, managing chronic illness, or caring for loved ones with life-altering diagnoses. Others come to me after loss and change, whether through death, identity shifts, or the slow erosion that comes from years of over-functioning.

My approach is relational, grounded, and attuned. I use EMDR, mindfulness, and evidence-based tools, but I also trust the power of being fully seen in a safe relationship. I bring warmth, compassion, curiosity, and humor to the room. When needed, I ask the questions that gently open new doors.

I believe that people are doing the best they can with what they have. If that something isn’t working, it’s not a personal failure but rather a sign that more support, more care, or more resources are needed.

You don’t have to figure it all out on your own or carry it perfectly. You just have to take the next step. I’ll be here to meet you.

Ready to begin?

Reach out for a free consultation, or learn more about my services.