About Erin
Pronouns: She/Her
Finding the right counselling fit matters, and I encourage you to take the time you need to explore who feels right for you. If that happens to be me, I look forward to meeting you and working together to support your goals.
In our sessions, we’ll focus on building a trusting therapeutic relationship where you can share openly in a safe, confidential space and at a pace that feels comfortable for you. This is your time – a place to explore what feels overwhelming, make sense of your experiences, and discover new direction or insight about yourself.
I practice from a person-centred approach and value authenticity and genuineness in the work we do together. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and supported while we explore what matters most to you.
In session, I integrate evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, narrative and solution-focused strategies. Depending on your needs, we can draw from these perspectives or others to help you understand patterns, build new skills, and move towards meaningful change.
I hold a Bachelor of Arts in child and youth care, with 24 years of experience working with children, youth, and families. I work with all ages 10 and above. I value diversity and recognize that each of us brings our own background, values, and life experiences into the therapeutic space. Even if we share similarities, we may experience them differently, and I honour those differences in our work together.
In my spare time I enjoy nature, photography, reading books and spending time with my family and enjoy others with a good sense of humour.
Area of Focus:
Anxiety
Depression
Neurodiversity
Stress management
Life Transitions
Children 10+ & Adolescents
ADHD
Self-worth and self-esteem
Burnout and self compassion
Education:
Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care
Currently completing my master’s degree in counselling psychology at Yorkville University (in progress)
Additional certifications completed:
CBT for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) for adults
The Dos and Don’ts of Counselling Neurodivergent Clients: A Trauma- Informed Somatic Approach to Autism and ADH
An Introduction to Behavioural Activation for Treating Depression
Professional Affiliation: BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC- Student Member).
Location: Port Alberni (Tuesdays), North Nanaimo (Wednesdays), Duncan (Thursdays), Nanaimo downtown (Fridays- bi-weekly), Parksville (Saturdays).
Session Types: One-one adults, adolescents, couples and families. In-person or virtual.
Choisissez un service, puis une durée et un mode — les heures à droite suivent votre choix.
