Dr. Nicola Hermanto

Registered psychologist in Ontario

Asian psychologist offering online therapy in Toronto and across Ontario

I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years of experience providing evidence-based mental health services.

I have witnessed firsthand how the cycle of trauma can play out in my own personal life, as well as in my professional work with my clients. I am a 1.5 generation immigrant to Canada with a Chinese-Indonesian ethnocultural heritage. I have always lived life “in between” cultures, and have come to see my identity as beautifully complicated.

My work is grounded in the belief that personal healing is deeply connected with collective healing. In healing our wounds, we also positively transform our relationships, communities, and the world at large. I believe in the value of social justice as a life-long practice.

Professional Background

Asian psychologist offering online therapy in Toronto and across Ontario

I’m a Clinical Psychologist registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario.

I completed my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at McGill University.

I have trained in a variety of hospital and community health settings in Montreal and Toronto. I completed my pre-doctoral internship at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), with rotations in the Women’s Inpatient Unit and the Borderline Personality Disorder Clinic.

As a scientist-practitioner, I believe in practicing evidence-based treatment and contributing to scientific literature:

  • I have extensive training in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT).

  • I have published research on the topics of self-compassion, and compassion in relationships.

Therapy Approach

Asian psychologist offering online therapy in Toronto and across Ontario

I have been described as warm, curious, and down-to-earth, with a touch of humour and play.

I strive to create a safe and non-judgemental space where open dialogue and personal growth can flourish. I will work alongside you - offering support, guidance, and understanding - while honouring you as the expert of your own life.

I work from a trauma-informed and culturally responsive approach.

My approach considers who you uniquely are, your lived experiences, and the larger sociopolitical contexts in which you’re embedded.

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