Nicole Yammine

Valvira licensed psychologist, (she/her)

PhD in Clinical Psychology

French, English, and Arabic

Espoo and Online

I am a Valvira-licensed psychologist with a PhD in Clinical Psychology. I offer psychological consultations in English, French and Arabic.

Living in a fast-paced world, adapting to a new country or navigating relationship changes can bring unexpected emotional challenges. Life may seem to be going well, while inside you feel overwhelmed, disconnected or caught in repeated worries. You do not have to carry these experiences alone or wait until they become unmanageable before seeking support.

I offer a warm, welcoming and collaborative space where you can slow down, speak openly and make sense of your experiences. Together, we explore immediate difficulties and deeper patterns, respecting your cultural background, values and pace.

My work emphasizes early support for anxiety, stress, emotional overwhelm and burnout. Combining thoughtful exploration with practical tools, I help you recognize your needs and work towards greater balance, guided by goals we agree on together.

I also support multicultural and international couples in Finland, helping partners explore communication differences, cultural expectations and relocation pressures, strengthen their connection and navigate change together.

Sometimes, clarity begins with having enough space to hear yourself.

Take the first step to help. Book a 15-min phone call to see if we’re the right fit at nicole@compasspsychology.fi

My Approach

My Therapeutic Approach: Collaborative, Reflective and Practical

My approach is grounded in warmth, compassion and authenticity. I offer a calm space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgement. Together, we agree on meaningful goals and adapt our work to your needs, values and pace.

I draw on several complementary approaches:

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): Understanding connections between thoughts, emotions and behaviours, and developing practical ways to change unhelpful patterns.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Building flexibility in responding to difficult thoughts and feelings, while taking steps towards what matters to you.
Schema Therapy: Identifying deeply ingrained emotional patterns (schemas) rooted in childhood, and learning to heal unmet core needs to break lifelong self-defeating cycles.
Integrative brief therapy: Combining therapeutic methods within focused work guided by your priorities and agreed goals.
Psychodynamic perspectives: Exploring past experiences and recurring emotional patterns influence your present life and relationships.

I balance reflection with practical steps towards change. When helpful, we use worksheets, exercises and manageable plans between sessions. We regularly review what is helping and adjust our work together.

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Real progress isn't about perfection or moving in a straight line forward. It’s the gentle process of embracing your entire self and cultivating peace right where you are.

Why Work With Me?

Clinical Experience

Over eight years of experience in therapy and psychological assessment help me tailor support to your needs and strengths.

Cultural Sensitivity

My multicultural background informs a respectful, curious approach to your experiences, values and sense of belonging.

Evidence-Based Therapy

I draw on established psychological approaches, combining thoughtful exploration with practical tools adapted to your goals.

Trilingual & Flexible

I offer consultations in English, French and Arabic, both in person in Espoo and online.

Internationally Qualified

I am licensed as a psychologist in Lebanon and Finland, with my qualifications also recognized in France.

My professional background

I hold a PhD in Clinical Psychology and am a Valvira-licensed psychologist in Finland, with more than eight years of experience across private practice and NGOs. I provide both face-to-face and online consultations, supporting individuals and couples through anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, grief, relationship difficulties and significant life transitions.

Alongside therapeutic work, I have extensive experience in psychological assessment, including administering and interpreting standardised measures, integrating findings with clinical interviews, and preparing psychological reports. This expertise informs my understanding of each person’s difficulties, strengths and support needs.

In Finland, my work at Familia included individual counselling and support for intercultural individuals and families navigating relationship challenges, cultural differences and adjustment to a new country. This experience has strengthened my culturally sensitive practice and understanding of how identity, belonging and family dynamics influence emotional wellbeing.

I also design and deliver workshops for community organisations and educational settings, promoting mental health awareness and strengthening practical coping skills. Through this work, I make psychological knowledge accessible and relevant to everyday life, reflecting my commitment to prevention and early support.

My additional professional training includes CBT for Anxiety through the Beck Institute and integrative short therapy through Integrum in Finland. I am committed to continuous professional development, expanding and refining my clinical skills through further training and ongoing learning.

I offer therapy in French, English and Arabic.

I offer a warm, welcoming and collaborative space where you can slow down, speak openly and make sense of your experiences. Together, we explore immediate difficulties and deeper patterns, respecting your cultural background, values and pace.

Book a 15-min phone call to see if we're the right fit