In-Person in Edmonton, AB T5W 4K4
Online in
Alberta
Sometimes life can leave us feeling disconnected from ourselves, uncertain about what we need, or caught in patterns that no longer feel helpful. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, difficulties in relationships, or a sense of feeling stuck, counselling can offer a space to explore these experiences with curiosity and compassion. I'm Jessica Nickerson, a Canadian Certified Counsellor in Edmonton, and I offer a collaborative, person-centered approach to helping you better understand yourself and what matters to you.
Client Focus
Session Format: Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: LGBTQ+, Women clients.
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions that reflect their values. It blends mindfulness with practical behavior strategies.
- Existential / Humanistic Therapy Encourages people to explore meaning, freedom, and authenticity in their lives. It focuses on personal growth and living in alignment with one’s values.
- Integrative Therapy Combines techniques from multiple approaches into a customized plan. It adapts to each client’s unique situation and needs.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Somatic Therapy Helps clients notice how emotions are stored in the body. It uses breath, movement, and awareness for healing trauma and stress.
Approach Description: My approach to counselling is integrative, person-centered, and trauma-informed. I believe that meaningful therapeutic work begins with a relationship grounded in trust, compassion, and respect for each person's unique experiences. Together, we may explore how past experiences, relationships, thoughts, emotions, and bodily responses shape the ways you understand yourself and navigate the world. I draw from humanistic and existential perspectives, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and somatic approaches, adapting our work to your needs and what feels most meaningful to you. My intention is to support greater awareness, self-understanding, and the possibility of relating to yourself and your experiences in new ways.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee 175
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- I offer a limited number of sliding-scale counselling appointments for individuals experiencing financial barriers to accessing therapy. Reduced fees are considered on an individual basis, depending on availability and financial circumstances. Sliding-scale spaces are not always available, and I welcome inquiries to discuss current availability and whether this option may be a good fit.
- Accepts Insurance
- Direct billing may be available through Sun Life, GreenShield, Medavie Blue Cross, and participating insurers through TELUS Health. For all other insurance providers, including ASEBP, receipts are provided for clients to submit for reimbursement. Coverage and reimbursement amounts vary by individual plan. Clients are encouraged to confirm that their benefits cover services provided by a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC).
Education & Credentials
Jessica Nickerson MEd, CCC
- Female
- License # 11267317
- Licensed in Alberta, Canada
- Practicing Since 2026
Education: Master of Education (MEd) in Counselling Psychology from the University of Alberta
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology - Applied Emphasis from Concordia University of Edmonton
Jessica Nickerson Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Edmonton, AB T5W 4K4
- Available Online for residents of Alberta
- Online Therapy Details: Online counselling sessions are offered through Jane App, a secure video platform. Sessions are available to clients located throughout Alberta.
At Nickerson Counselling, I offer individual counselling for adults seeking greater understanding, connection, and ease in their lives. My practice is located in Edmonton's Highlands neighbourhood, with both in-person appointments and virtual counselling available throughout Alberta.
I work with people experiencing anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, life transitions, and the lasting effects of painful or overwhelming experiences. You might find yourself overthinking interactions, struggling to establish boundaries, feeling overwhelmed by emotions, or having difficulty trusting yourself. Sometimes there isn't a clear reason for seeking counselling, only a sense that something in your life isn't feeling quite right.
My approach is integrative, person-centered, and trauma-informed, drawing on attachment-informed perspectives, mindfulness, and somatic awareness. I pay attention to the ways our thoughts, emotions, relationships, and physical experiences influence one another, while recognizing that each person's needs, experiences, and values are unique.
I believe counselling is a collaborative process. Rather than approaching you as a problem to be fixed, I aim to create a supportive space where we can explore your experiences, make sense of patterns, and discover possibilities for meaningful change.
I offer 50-minute and 80-minute individual counselling sessions, as well as a complimentary 15-minute video consultation for those considering working together.