(Re)Imagine & (Re)Create
Stories We Reclaim was born from the understanding that many of us carry narratives shaped by survival, oppression, silence, and expectation. Through therapy, workshops, writing, community conversations, and creative expression, it helps create opportunities to reclaim the stories that have been fragmented, hidden, or inherited and reconnect with the truths that bring us closer to ourselves.
Nicole “Nikki” Abeleda, LCSW #118232
Connector, Therapist, & Community Organizer
Nikki Abeleda (They/She/Siya) is a First-Generation Queer Filipinx who has worked in direct service and advocacy for 8 years in community based organizations. She is the co-founder of Sacramento Filipinx LGBTQIA+ and founder of Stories We Reclaim. Currently, Nikki is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) working with children, adults, and LGBTQIA+ populations in Behavioral Health and is a psychotherapist at Sweet Mango Therapy Group, Inc. They received their Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from California State University, Sacramento and Masters of Social Work (MSW) from Boston College with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health, specializing in Neuroscience, and was awarded the Dean’s Leadership Award. Nikki serves and advocates for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and LGBTQIA+ communities utilizing transformative and restorative justice practices in all aspects of their work.
Photo Credit: Ashley of Lusting for Light