Meet Nicole

Hi, I'm Nicole Villegas, LCSW, founder of Allay Therapy PLLC.

Choosing to begin therapy can feel overwhelming, and finding the right therapist is an important part of that journey. My goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely welcomed, heard, and supported from our very first conversation.

As a bilingual therapist providing services in both English and Spanish, I work with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, emotional overwhelm, and life's many transitions. Many of my clients are people who have spent so much time caring for others, meeting expectations, or simply trying to get through each day that they've forgotten what it feels like to care for themselves.

You may appear calm and capable on the outside while carrying worry, self-doubt, or emotional exhaustion on the inside. If that sounds familiar, you're not alone. Therapy offers an opportunity to slow down, make sense of your experiences, and begin creating meaningful change—at a pace that feels right for you.

My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. I integrate evidence-informed approaches, including EMDR, CBT-informed interventions, and somatic techniques, while recognizing that the most meaningful progress comes from a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, respect, and authenticity.

I don't believe therapy is about having all the answers or fixing what's "wrong." I believe healing happens when you have a space where you can be yourself without judgment, explore your experiences with curiosity, and discover new ways of moving forward with confidence and self-compassion.

It is a privilege to walk alongside my clients as they navigate challenges, celebrate growth, and reconnect with the parts of themselves that may have been overshadowed by stress, trauma, or life's demands.

Allay the noise. Return to yourself.