Individual Counseling
No two people experience life the same way, so why should therapy look the same for everyone?
We believe mental health care should be as unique as the individuals we serve. That's why our approach to individual counseling is flexible, personalized, and built around your goals, preferences and needs, instead of a predetermined treatment model.
Individual counseling gives us the flexibility to create a treatment plan that meets you where you are today and evolves with you over time.
Your Therapy, Your Way.
When you begin Individual Counseling at Whispering Soul, you're not committing to one specific type of therapy or one setting. Instead, together we'll create a plan that feels right for you. Your treatment may include:
Nature-Based Talk Therapy
Meet outdoors and allow the calming effects of nature to become part of the therapeutic process.
Equine Psychotherapy
When clinically appropriate, incorporate experiential sessions with our horses to deepen insight, strengthen relationships, and build new coping skills.
Telehealth Counseling
Receive secure, convenient therapy from the comfort of your home.
A Personalized Combination
Many clients benefit from blending different approaches. You may alternate between telehealth, nature-based sessions, and equine psychotherapy as your needs, goals, schedule, or comfort level change.
Healing is deeply personal. Your therapy should be, too.
The setting may change, but the standard of care never does.
What to Expect
Individual counseling at Whispering Soul is currently provided by Nicole Donovan, a trauma-informed mental health clinician committed to creating a safe, supportive space where healing can begin.
Your first session is an opportunity to get to know one another. We'll talk about what's bringing you in, explore the challenges you're facing, and discuss what you hope to gain from therapy.
Together, we'll develop a plan that reflects your unique goals, experiences, and needs. As therapy continues, we'll regularly check in, evaluate what's working, and adjust your care as your needs evolve.
You don't need to know which type of therapy is right for you before you begin. Whether your care includes Nature-Based Talk Therapy, Telehealth Sessions, or Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP), we'll help you determine the approach that best supports your goals.
Evidence-Based Care, Personalized for You.
At Whispering Soul, every individual counseling session is grounded in evidence-based psychotherapy and guided by a mental health clinician. While the setting may look different from a traditional office, the quality of care remains the same.
We use established therapeutic approaches and tailor treatment to your unique goals, needs, and preferences. Whether your sessions take place through telehealth, outdoors, or alongside our horses, each intervention is intentional, clinically informed, and rooted in your individualized treatment plan.
Our goal is to provide therapy that is both evidence-based and deeply personal: meeting you where you are while helping you move toward meaningful, lasting change.
Why Do Clients Choose Whispering Soul?
personalized therapy.
No two people experience life the same way, so no two therapy journeys should look alike. We tailor your care to your goals, experiences, strengths, and needs, adjusting along the way as you grow. Rather than fitting you into a program, we create a therapeutic experience that is uniquely yours.
Flexible therapy options.
Healing doesn't have to happen in an office-based setting. Whether through Nature-Based Talk Therapy, Telehealth Sessions, Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP), or a combination of approaches, we'll help you find the setting that best supports your growth.
trauma-informed care.
Grounded in evidence-based psychotherapy, our approach combines clinical expertise with compassion and collaboration. We honor your experiences, respect your autonomy, and work together to identify the strategies that best support your healing.
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Yes. Individual counseling at Whispering Soul is therapy provided by a mental health clinician. What makes our practice unique is that therapy isn't limited to a traditional office setting. Depending on your treatment plan, sessions may take place virtually, outdoors, through equine psychotherapy, or using a combination of these approaches.
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Individual counseling services at Whispering Soul are provided by Nicole Donovan, a trauma-informed therapist who is passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion, curiosity, and support.
Nicole's approach is grounded in evidence-based psychotherapy and tailored to each individual's unique experiences, goals, and needs. She provides a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore challenges, develop new insights, and work toward meaningful growth.
Read more about Nicole’s approach on the ‘Nature-Based Talk Therapy’ page.
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No. Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy is just one of several services we offer. If it's not the right fit for you, we'll create a treatment plan using other approaches that better match your goals and comfort level.
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Absolutely. As your needs evolve, your therapy can evolve with you. Together, we'll regularly review your progress and adjust your treatment plan as needed.
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Individual counseling is appropriate for adolescents and adults experiencing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, life transitions, relationship concerns, stress, burnout, self-esteem difficulties, substance use, and other mental health concerns.
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Research continues to show that our environment, relationships, and connection to nature can play an important role in mental well-being. By offering therapy through telehealth, nature-based sessions, Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy, or a combination of these approaches, we're able to create a more flexible, personalized experience while maintaining the same high standard of evidence-based clinical care.