My approach…

Hi there, I’m Erica! A post-practicum, pre-registered counsellor in Vancouver, BC, working under the supervision of Ofir Vaisman while wrapping up my Master’s degree at City University of Seattle.

I tend to think of therapy as a mix between meaningful conversation, gentle curiosity, and occasionally laughing at the absurdity of being human. My approach is rooted in existential and narrative therapy, which means I’m interested in the stories you’ve been told (and the ones you tell yourself), as well as the bigger questions like who you are, what matters to you, and how you want to live. I also work from a trauma-informed lens, so we move at your pace, with care and respect for what your system has been through.

I’m not the nod-and-smile-silently type. I’ll be present, real, and engaged with you; sometimes challenging, sometimes direct and sometimes bringing in humor when it helps us breathe a little easier in the hard moments. Therapy with me is a space where you don’t have to perform, impress, or have it all figured out. You can show up messy, questioning, skeptical, or even a bit hesitant, and we’ll work with that, not against it.

If you’re looking for a space that feels authentic, engaging, and maybe even a little lighter than you expected, I’d be glad to connect!