About Nicole

I believe that every child deserves to feel safe, understood, and capable, and Raisin Joy OT is built on that foundation.

When I started a solo private practice, I wanted to create a space where kids could show up as their true selves, free from pressure to mask or conform, and where parents felt truly supported in their journey. After working in traditional therapy settings, I realized that so many children and families needed more than a one-size-fits-all approach.

I provide individualized, family-centered care in a way that aligns with my values- celebrating neurodiversity, focusing on strengths, and using sensory-rich, play-based interventions that meet children and teens where they are right now.

My goal is to honor each child’s unique strengths and create a space where they feel seen, heard, and fully accepted for who they are.

Tools in My OT Toolbox: 

  • Use of expressive art as an OT modality

  • The Interoception Awareness Curriculum

  • Use of Autism Level UP and Learn Play Thrive resources

  • Play-based Sensory Exploration 

  • SEA (Social-Emotional Acuity) Bridge Learning System

  • Primitive Reflex Integration

  • Use of the SAFE PLACE frame of reference (explores the link between mental health, complex trauma disorder, and sensory processing disorder)

  • Neurodivergent affirming, family- centered support

Credentials

  • Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of Washington

  • Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Kinesiology

  • Master of Science in Occupational Therapy

  • Certified by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)

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