Nicholas Torrez

Nicholas “Doc” Torrez believes that every person is a beautiful imperfection of existence—that true self-discovery begins with accepting the reflection in the mirror. As a therapist, Nicholas works with families, couples, and individuals, guiding them toward self-acceptance, unity, growth, and healing.

Before entering the field of psychology, Nicholas lived many lives: tending bar in New York and Washington D.C., fabricating eyeglass lenses, managing a clinical pain center, and even performing autopsies. He also proudly served in the military as a Navy Corpsman, deploying alongside the Marines.

 

These diverse experiences shaped his perspective on human resilience and connection, ultimately inspiring him to earn both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in seven years—all while balancing marriage, six children, and life’s many transitions.

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Nicholas grounds his work in research and evidence-based practices, blending them with his lived experience to meet each client with both skill and humanity. Outside the therapy room, he expresses his love for connection through cooking, carrying on generational and cultural traditions through family recipes. Music is a constant presence in his life, as is gathering people together in shared community.

In his clinical work, Nicholas integrates systemic and strategic approaches within the framework of intergenerational family therapy (Bowen). This weaving of theory allows clients to explore themselves with depth, fostering introspection, accountability, and meaningful growth. His stance places the client firmly at the center of the therapeutic process, while walking alongside them as they step into “the deep end.”

“When you come to therapy, the very first thing I want you to feel is safe. My role is to be your guide and steady presence as you navigate the layers of your story. I will show up fully listening, supporting, and walking alongside you and your family on the journey toward deeper self-awareness, healing, and connection.”

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“When working with couples, I hold that same commitment—neutral, compassionate, and unwaveringly present. I don’t take sides, because the relationship itself is at the center. So often, couples come to therapy when the bridge is already straining under the weight of disconnect. Together, we slow down, rebuild trust, and return to the shared promise that began it all: synergy, connection, and partnership.”