Dr. Nicole Taylor
Doctor of Marital and Family Therapy
Black EMDR & Somatic Therapist | Serving California & Nevada
Mental Health Practice Owner | AAMFT Approved Clinical Supervisor | Somatic & EMDR Psychotherapist | Decolonizing Therapy| Organizational Development & Program Design Consultant
Outside of my work, I’m all about music, good gatherings, traveling, nature, and trying things for the first time. Yoga keeps me grounded, and community keeps me inspired.
In my work, I bring a social justice and human rights lens to everything I do. That means creating affirming, supportive spaces for folx who are often overlooked, especially BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and other marginalized communities.
I offer therapy for adults in California and Nevada, and I work with organizations and therapists across the country through consulting, supervision and training.
Areas of Expertise
Mental Health Counselling,
Marriage & Family Therapy, Yoga-Psychotherapy, Somatic Therapy, Clinical Supervision,
Mental Health /Wellness Program Design
Organizational Development
Private Practice
I’m a licensed Doctor of Marital and Family Therapy with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals and communities as they navigate healing and liberation. My work is rooted in decolonizing psychotherapy, increasing access to care in Black communities, and destigmatizing mental health support, especially for those who’ve historically been pushed to the margins.
My approach blends the clinical with the holistic. I’m trained in somatic therapy, EMDR, emotion focused therapy, trauma-informed care, and acceptance-mindfulness based practices. I also hold over 300 hours of yoga training with specialized focus in yin and restorative yoga, and often integrate body-based healing into our work together. Whether we’re addressing anxiety, trauma, identity, or life transitions, I show up with compassion, curiosity, and care.
I’ve supported individuals and organizations across many spaces: hospitals, shelters, schools, nonprofits, and community agencies. I offer therapy, clinical supervision, consulting, and trainings for therapists and wellness providers committed to culturally responsive, affirming work.
I also bring 20+ years of program design and leadership experience, with a background in organizational development, program design and systems-based work. My consulting helps wellness spaces and mental health programs create sustainable structures that support mental health and social justice for both clients and providers.
Contact Me
I look forward to connecting with other mental health professionals and people interested in learning more about mental health and wellness.
I am available for speaking arrangements, trainings, consultations and other collaboration opportunities.
2940 Summit St. Ste 2D
Oakland, CA 94609
Tel: 650-394-6322
email: ntaylor@connectionclinic.org