hello! nice to meet you.

I’m Nicole Villegas.

I’m a Doctor of Occupational Therapy, Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapist and Resilience Coach. This means that I bring my clinical experience and up-to-date research evidence to help you with your self-care habits, routines and rituals.

I practice within anti-oppression and trauma-informed lenses. You hold an active role in our collaboration and will be empowered with choice in our work together.

I’m guided by the belief that it’s important for us to have personal and meaningful tools that help us move through the waves of life. We know the waves are going to come! And, when we can move through them together it can improve our communication, relationships, and appreciation for the day-to-day. That’s resilience.

Formal Education

Boston University

Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)

Master of Science Occupational Therapy (MSOT)

University of California, Davis

Bachelor of Science (BS), Human Development and Family Studies, with honors

University College Dublin

Health Sciences: International Immersion Program

Highlighted Certifications

Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy Certificate (60hour) through The Embody Lab

Sensory Enhanced Yoga for Self-Regulation and Trauma Healing through Warriors at Ease

Safe & Sound Protocol Training for In-person and Telehealth services provided by Integrated Listening Systems (iLs)

License Credentials

Registered Occupational Therapist through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)

Licensed Occupational Therapist State of Oregon (2015 to date)