Nyah Foley

Practicum Counselling Student
Nyah is a Practicum Counselling Student completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. She provides counselling services under the clinical supervision of a qualified clinical supervisor in accordance with Yorkville University’s practicum requirements.

For the past four years, Nyah has been a valued member of the Serene View Ranch and NuVista Mental Health team, working as an Equine Specialist, Psychometrist, and Neurofeedback Technician. Through these roles, she has supported clients within a multidisciplinary mental health setting, developing a strong appreciation for the importance of creating a safe, collaborative, and compassionate environment where individuals feel heard, respected, and empowered.

Nyah works with adolescents (12+), adults, couples, and families experiencing a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress and burnout, trauma-related challenges, life transitions, self-esteem, emotional regulation, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, and family conflict. She believes that every client brings unique strengths and experiences, and she is committed to tailoring treatment to meet each person’s individual goals and needs. Her work is informed by evidence-based and client-centred approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Family Systems Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Person-Centred Therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, and trauma-informed care. Nyah is committed to collaborating with clients to foster resilience, develop practical coping strategies, strengthen relationships, and support meaningful personal growth.

Nyah believes healing begins with feeling safe, understood, and connected. She strives to provide a warm, welcoming, and non-judgmental space where clients can explore life’s challenges at their own pace while building confidence, resilience, and hope for the future. Nyah is currently accepting new clients for reduced-fee counselling services as part of her supervised practicum placement.

Nyah is currently completing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) at Yorkville University, where she is developing advanced knowledge and clinical skills in evidence-based counselling approaches. Her graduate education emphasizes ethical practice, trauma-informed care, multicultural competence, and client-centred counselling. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI).

Prior to beginning her practicum, Nyah gained four years of experience as a member of the Serene View Ranch and NuVista Mental Health team, serving as an Equine Specialist, Psychometrist, and Neurofeedback Technician. These roles allowed her to support clients across a variety of mental health services while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Through this experience, she developed a strong understanding of psychological assessment procedures, neurofeedback training, and the therapeutic benefits of equine-assisted services.

Nyah’s clinical interests include trauma-informed care, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, relationship and family concerns, stress and burnout, life transitions, and personal growth. Her work is informed by evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Family Systems Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Person-Centred Therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, and attachment-informed principles. As a Practicum Counselling Student, Nyah provides counselling services under the clinical supervision of a qualified clinical supervisor in accordance with Yorkville University’s practicum requirements. She is committed to ongoing professional development and lifelong learning to ensure she provides ethical, compassionate, and evidence-informed care.

I was drawn to the field of mental health because I am committed to supporting individuals through life’s challenges and helping them enhance their overall well-being. I believe that healing begins with feeling safe, heard, and understood, and I strive to create a compassionate, collaborative environment where clients can build resilience, develop practical coping strategies, and work toward their personal goals.

When I’m not working, I enjoy spending quality time with my family and friends. I also love
being outdoors, especially when I’m hiking with my dog, or horseback riding.