Meet the Team
We are a team of professional counsellors and therapists offering help for those struggling with addictions, mental health issues, and other life challenges. Our goal is to provide compassionate and nonjudgmental support, relying on lived experience and education, so you can find relief and healing.
Heather Nicol
Addiction Counsellor, CCAC
Founder
I'm an Accredited Addictions Counsellor specialising in addiction and trauma recovery, with 35 years of lived experience across a range of issues, including alcoholism, sex and love addiction, codependency, drug addiction (including prescription drugs), and disordered eating. I understand the challenges of recovery and provide a safe, non-judgemental environment for clients to explore their feelings and work on their recovery goals. I have a wide network of professionals who I can refer clients to if needed, and I am committed to helping clients find their own path to recovery.
Jackie Maxwell
Recovery Coach
My name is Jackie and I am a Recovery Coach specializing in the powerful intersection of nutrition and holistic healing. I am deeply passionate about guiding women on their path to healing and well-being, drawing from my personal journey and experiences.
Throughout my life, I have faced my own share of challenges, including battling with anorexia and bulimia, coping with childhood trauma, navigating the complexities of being a teenage mother and enduring two marriages and divorces. These experiences have shaped me into the empathetic and compassionate coach I am today, as I understand first hand the courage and resilience it takes to overcome adversity.
My personal struggles have also given me a profound understanding of the intricate connections between mental health, addiction and the importance of nurturing our bodies with wholesome nutrition. Witnessing my own family members’ battles with addiction and mental health has further fuelled my commitment to making a positive impact in this field.
As a Body Neutral Nutrition Coach, I firmly believe in embracing and celebrating all body types and sizes. I promote a balanced and holistic approach to nutrition that focuses on nourishing the body, mind and spirit. I understand the complex
relationship many individuals have with food and their bodies, and I am dedicated to helping my clients develop a healthy and sustainable relationship with food,
free from guilt and shame.
I am honoured to be a part of your journey, walking alongside you as a compassionate guide and advocate. Together, we will navigate the complexities of your unique experiences, develop personalized strategies, and empower you to reclaim your life, embracing awareness and renewal every step of the way.
I look forward to supporting you on your path to wholesome well-being and helping you uncover your true potential.