about erin

I am a Canadian Registered Provisional Psychologist seeing clients in Edmonton and virtually across Alberta. Primarily, I work with individuals, couples, and polycules who are seeking sex and relationship therapy. As a queer therapist, I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and welcome clients with intersecting and marginalized identities.

In 2018, I pivoted from my decade long career as a graphic artist and pursued psychology, with insight into creatives, freelancers and other similar professionals. Additionally, I'm interested in how gender and sexuality impact our experiences. Because of this, I'm passionate about working with individuals on women's issues, men's issues, queer identities, and gender identity. 

My practice is patient and affirming while using science-backed techniques to ensure we are meeting your goals quickly. This might look like exploring the connections between our thoughts and feelings, learning new coping skills, finding self-acceptance, or challenging the systems that impact our wellbeing.

my formal education

Master of Education in Counselling Psychology

University of Alberta, 2024

Bachelor of Arts, Honours in Psychology

University of Alberta, 2022

Bachelor of Design

University of Alberta, 2014

my advanced clinical training

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) foundations

Psychwire

CBT for Anxiety

Psychwire

CBT for Depression

Psychwire

Gottman Method Couples Therapy LVL 1

Gottman Institute

Essentials of sex therapy

The Buehler Institute

Sex & Trauma: Helping Clients Move Beyond Trauma & Reclaim Their Sexuality

Allura Centre

My professional affiliations

college of alberta psychologists

Registered Provisional Psychologist

Canadian psychological association

Member (Early-Career)

Sexual orientation & Gender identity issues (SOGII)

Section of The Canadian Psychological Association
Member

American Psychological Association

Associate Member

Frequently Asked Questions

  • I currently practice out of Life Collective Counselling, a sex and relationship therapy clinic on the south side of Edmonton.

    For more information on the location and how to get in touch, visit my contact page.

  • Individual and couple’s sessions are billed at $220 per hour.

    The first couples session is $255. This additional cost covers a full Gottman Relationship Checkup questionnaire and report. 

  • Most insurance providers will cover all or a portion of the fees. Life Collective Counselling is able to offer direct billing to some insurance providers.

    If you are unsure if your insurance provider covers psychological services by a Registered Provisional Psychologist, please refer to your policy.

  • I have both daytime and evening availability during the week.

    To see when I have openings, take a look at my appointment schedule here.

  • Yes! Life Collective Counselling has many parking spots in front and behind the clinic, including accessible stalls and charging stalls for electric vehicles.

  • I do not wear a mask during all of my sessions. However, you are more than welcome to wear a mask and I am happy to wear a mask if you ask me to.

    Please note that not all staff will be wearing masks. If you prefer not to come into the clinic, I offer remote virtual sessions to anyone in Alberta.

  • I worked for a crisis line for over 3 years and am comfortable discussing any concerns you may have regarding self harm or suicide. In most cases, this looks like talking about what is going on in your life that is making you feel this way and coming up with a plan for how you might stay safe until the next time we see each other. I may check in regularly with you during our sessions as well. 

    While everything you share in session is kept confidential, one of the limitations to that confidentiality is that I may have to reach out to emergency services if you or someone else is in immediate physical danger. This does not apply to all thought of self harm or suicide, and depends on the case. If you choose to share information with me that I believe is putting you in immediate physical danger, we can discuss together what a safe plan looks like for you. This may or may not include going to the emergency room.

    Long term hospitalization without your consent is uncommon. However, there are a few reasons why the professionals at a hospital in Alberta might keep you there against your will. For more information on this process, visit this site on Alberta’s Mental Health Act.