ReWork Counselling

Reflect. Repair. ReWork.

~ rework ~

to make changes to the current version

We often seek out counselling because something about our current version just isn’t working. This doesn’t mean we are broken, it doesn’t mean we are bad; it simply means we are being called to rework. This process is not a one-time event, but rather an ongoing and essential characteristic of life. We are constantly provided opportunities to grow, adapt, and change into versions better suited to our current season of life. Sometimes this work can be done on our own, other times with friends or loved ones, but sometimes this work requires a little extra help… and that’s ok. There is no weakness in seeking support, only courage in choosing it. Whether our work centres on healing, managing, or creating, there are no wrong questions, no perfect answers; just safety and space to reflect, repair, and rework.

Hey, I’m Eric!

After nearly 15 years in construction, I came to realize that what I valued most was not the work itself, but the opportunities the work provided to lend personal support to apprentices and colleagues. Through those experiences, I witnessed the power of vulnerability—particularly as it applies to men—and saw a shift toward a career in counselling as a way to be of service more aligned with my values and energy.

First and foremost, I am here to listen and to help you feel safe. I believe there is SO much power in creating safety with another person, and every step of our work together will be rooted in that foundation. I also believe strongly in the importance of incorporating somatic and experiential approaches in counselling to create meaningful and lasting change. I like to describe this as “allowing the body to believe what the mind knows.” Together, we can explore what this means for you, and find practices to best support opening those lines of communication within.

I am IFS Informed (Internal Family Systems) and will draw from the empowering framework it provides, as we work together to better understand your parts and bring balance to your system. My areas of practice include working with individuals who experience depression, anxiety, excess stress and unintegrated trauma, as well as couples who wish to improve their communication and understanding of one another. I specialize in working with men and persons in trades, but I welcome anyone to reach out who feels we may resonate well together and very much look forward to helping you realize the changes in your life that have been calling!

How I Practice

Person Centred

Person-centred means that during our work together, you are in control of the pace and content of our sessions. This way of practicing supports a strong therapeutic relationship and ensures that the focus of our session will ALWAYS be on you and your needs. Despite what many think of therapy, I am not here to give advice or sage wisdom, I am here to help you better access the wisdom in yourself. Together, we will discover how to best support your growth in healing, managing, or creating whatever has been calling you to this work.

Internal Family Systems

Through Internal Family Systems or, IFS, we learn how to get into relationship with the different parts of ourselves. Instead of pushing those parts away, we listen with curiousity, and respond to them with care. This way of approaching our internal system can be incredible in reworking our relationship with ourselves and creating more space in our lives to respond, rather than react. You have a whole team on your (in)side waiting to support you!

Trauma Informed

Trauma-informed therapy places safety and choice at the heart of the process. It acknowledges how past experiences shape thoughts, emotions, and relationships, while supporting you in reclaiming your power. This environment of safety and choice is vital as we do the often uncomfortable work of healing or growing. Our goal together is always to rework the relationship to trauma, never to retraumatize. The care we take here will help create the necessary space and safety to support meaningful, lasting repair.