Nicole Laoutaris

She/Her/HersToronto, ON

About the author

Nicole Laoutaris is a freelance writer and adult learning professional specializing in mental health, wellness, and lifestyle content with degrees from Wilfrid Laurier and Seneca.

A counseling session in a modern office setting where a distressed man, seated on a dark gray sofa, holds his head with one hand, showing signs of emotional stress. Opposite him, a therapist in a light pink shirt and gray pants sits on a wooden chair, holding a notepad and listening attentively.

Mental Health Specializations Men's Issues and Therapy Techniques

Learn about therapy techniques and approaches for issues affecting men. Watch intro videos and compare therapists, counsellors, psychologists and psychotherapists on First Session.

Nicole Laoutaris · Dec 6, 2021

Mental Health Specializations Grief Therapy Techniques

Learn about therapy techniques and approaches for grief and loss. Watch intro videos and compare therapists, counsellors, psychologists and psychotherapists on First Session.

Nicole Laoutaris · Dec 6, 2021

A young child and a therapist sitting at a table in a bright and friendly room. The therapist, a woman with glasses, is smiling and holding up a card with a happy face, while the child reaches for a card with a sad face, illustrating an emotional recognition exercise

Mental Health Specializations Child Therapy Techniques

Learn about the techniques and approaches for child therapy. Watch intro videos and compare therapists, counsellors, psychologists and psychotherapists on First Session.

Nicole Laoutaris · Nov 25, 2021

Mental Health Specializations Family Therapy Techniques

Learn about the techniques and approaches for family therapy. Watch intro videos and compare therapists, counsellors, psychologists and psychotherapists on First Session.

Nicole Laoutaris · Nov 25, 2021

A woman wearing a colorful striped sweater stands with her head down, appearing distressed. A chaotic cloud of question marks, arrows, and scribbles emerges from her head, illustrating confusion and anxiety

Mental Health Specializations Anxiety Disorder Assessment and Therapy Techniques

Learn how therapists identify, assess and treat anxiety disorders. Watch intro videos and compare therapists, counsellors, psychologists and psychotherapists on First Session.

Nicole Laoutaris · Nov 9, 2021

Mental Health Specializations Depression Disorder Assessment and Therapy Techniques

Learn how therapists identify, assess and treat depression disorders. Watch intro videos and compare therapists, counsellors, psychologists and psychotherapists on First Session.

Nicole Laoutaris · Nov 9, 2021

A group of five diverse teenagers sitting and chatting on a school bench. From left to right, a Hispanic girl, a Black boy, a Caucasian girl holding a smartphone, an Asian boy, and a Black girl with braids. They are all casually dressed, holding books and backpacks, laughing and engaging in a friendly conversation in a relaxed outdoor school setting

Mental Health Specializations Teen and Youth Therapy Techniques

Learn about the techniques and approaches for teen and youth therapy. Watch intro videos and compare therapists, counsellors, psychologists and psychotherapists on First Session.

Nicole Laoutaris · Nov 9, 2021

A diverse group of eight adults seated in a circle on chairs during a group therapy session. They are engaged in a discussion led by a therapist, with participants expressing themselves and listening attentively in a casual, supportive setting.

Mental Health Specializations Group Therapy Techniques

Learn about the techniques and approaches for group therapy. Watch intro videos and compare therapists, counsellors, psychologists and psychotherapists on First Session.

Nicole Laoutaris · Nov 9, 2021

Types of Therapists Psychologist licensing and education in Canada

Licensing and education for psychologists in Canada

Nicole Laoutaris · Nov 4, 2021

Types of Therapists Social worker licensing and education in Canada

Licensing and education for social workers in Canada

Nicole Laoutaris · Nov 4, 2021

Therapy Techniques (Modalities)Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Exercises and Techniques

Discover how Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) techniques can transform your mental health journey

Nicole Laoutaris · Nov 4, 2021

Burnout How to Talk to Your Boss about Your Mental Health

Anxiety, stress and other mental health issues can make work challenging. Follow these steps to talk to your boss or employer about mental health.

Nicole Laoutaris · Oct 25, 2021