Erin Bonner MaCP, Registered Psychologist/Owner

My passion is helping individuals find their path to wellness. I believe in holistic wellness and that integrating various modalities of treatment enhances the benefits of therapy. I encourage my clients to be curious about how they can cultivate lifestyle changes to think, emote and behave in ways that foster personal wellbeing and contentment. 

I am passionate about my role in helping others navigate their individual paths to wellness. In my 20s I lost my younger brother and then my mother and through my own therapeutic journey I discovered my calling to help others work on understanding and processing emotions and achieve their own personal growth.

I specialize in treating individuals who experience depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, cPTSD, emotion dysregulation, grief, OCD, and in helping individuals learn to love themselves and develop strong relationships with the people in their lives. I have a special interest in working with individuals who identify as highly sensitive and/or who experience emotions at a higher intensity than the average person (regardless of diagnosis). 

I also love to work with parents of highly emotional teens and children to help them learn strategies to evolve their parenting to work more effectively.

In addition to providing general therapy, I also offer sport psychology for equestrians. I myself am an avid equestrian and have been competing in the sport since I was young. In my teens I was highly competitive and rode with a prolific coach in the area. Working with a sport psychologist in my teens was pivotal in my success in the saddle and it is a passion of mine to help athletes in the equestrian world connect mental and emotional training with their physical training programs. If you need help overcoming mental and emotional blocks that impede performance, I may be the right therapist for you!

I work with adults and teens 14+. 

I am passionate about helping people understand their emotions. Emotions are universal and the journeys that we each walk with them are unique and individual. Through my own therapeutic journey and participation in specialized training post grad, I have honed in on understanding how to help clients effectively navigate overwhelming emotions and relationships with others. Although I do love to work with adult clients, I have a special interest in working with adolescents and children. I am particularly interested in connecting with those struggling with anxiety/worries and those who experience intense overwhelming emotions. 

I have a range of experience working and volunteering with children and adolescents including working in therapeutic campus-based care, out-of-school care, and teaching art classes. I also have had the pleasure of working or volunteering in the mental health field in various capacities, including big sister mentorship, learning support, and crisis response for the Kids Help Phone/Crisis Text Line. 

Theories that I often pull from are Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and art based interventions. I have a strong art background and have found it to be a beautiful and effective compliment to therapy. I am also intrigued by Internal Family Systems (IFS) and am currently educating myself in the theory and interventions with the intention of gradually including it into my practice.  

I believe therapy can be helpful for anyone, I encourage you to connect if you are unsure where to start. Individuals may seek therapy for help with anxiety, depression, self-harm, anger or behavioural problems, emotion regulation challenges, relationship or familial conflict, life transitions, or grief and bereavement, to name a few. Starting therapy can be daunting and overwhelming and I pride myself in focusing on joining clients in wherever they are at in the therapeutic process. For my younger clients this often means a heavy emphasis on relationship building in order to cultivate a friendly and safe environment where they can learn about their experiences of emotions (and learn tools to help improve their wellbeing).  

I work with children (5+), teens and adult clients on an individual basis. 

Navigating my own journey through therapy and wellness, I discovered the significant impact of holding an empathic understanding space for someone, which continues to fuel me in my drive to help others. In my work I am passionate in empowering others to be the best versions of themselves by providing a gentle guidance as they develop tools, understanding and shift the narratives they have been living to better suite who they truly are. 

I believe in the power of human connection, resilience, and growth. I am committed to providing compassionate and personalized support to individuals, couples, and families navigating life’s challenges. I take pride in my ability to create a safe and welcoming space for others as they navigate through the therapeutic process. I believe in the power of an empathetic and warm supportive presence and am committed to being that for my clients. 

In terms of approach, I like to draw from different styles such as person-centered, strength-based, humanistic, CBT, solution-based, and rational-emotive behavioural therapy. My goal is to adapt my approach to the needs of my clients.

I specialize in offering a compassionate ear for individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, or trauma. My work is centered around empowering each one of my clients on their journey through self-discovery and learning to accept thing within their life that may feel out of control. 

Along side providing general therapy, I also work with couples and families who are looking for a little extra support in feeling heard within their relationships. I also offer support to children (10+) to help understand emotions, feelings, and the sense of growing up. My work with children is often coupled with the adults in their life to help them navigate boundary setting and to learn the language the child may use to express their emotions and feelings. 

My passion is supporting individuals as they find their path to well-being. I believe in a holistic, whole-person approach to therapy, where integrating various therapeutic modalities enhances the journey. I encourage clients to explore how small, intentional changes in how they think, feel, and act can foster deep, lasting contentment.

Drawing on personal experiences, I am passionate about helping others navigate life’s challenges. In my 20s, I witnessed firsthand the profound impact of addiction on families - my best friend lost her sister to drug addiction, and my uncle lost his life to alcoholism. Along with this, my journey in supporting military personnel and their families across the world has shown me how mental health affects not only the individual but everyone close to them. Through my own therapeutic path, I discovered my calling: to help others explore their inner worlds, process emotions, and cultivate personal growth.

I understands that every person’s journey is unique. I am here to create a safe, nurturing space where you can deepen self-understanding, heal past wounds, and find the inner peace and strength to gently shape the life you desire. Whether you're facing past trauma, a major life transition, or seeking greater emotional well-being, I am ready to walk with you on your path toward growth and self-acceptance. My approach is rooted in empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based practices, ensuring you feel genuinely heard, understood, and empowered to create lasting change in a safe, supportive space.

I know that taking the first step toward support can feel challenging, but you’re not alone. I am here to listen, support you, and help you find a path that feels right for you. Whatever you’re facing, we’ll navigate it together, at a pace that feels comfortable. You deserve to feel heard, understood, and empowered on your journey forward.

I specialize in supporting individuals facing PTSD, childhood trauma, self-esteem and body image issues, and I have a keen interest in men’s mental health. With over a decade of experience working alongside military families, I understand the unique challenges of military life, deployments, and solo parenting, and the impact these stressors can have on both individuals and their loved ones. I have a particular interest in working with military families and individuals who are navigating transitions, helping them build resilience and strengthen family bonds.

In addition to my experience, I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) and trained in IFS-informed therapy, emotional eating, and body image. These specialised skills allow me to bring a depth of understanding to trauma and identity work, helping clients feel fully seen and supported.

**Melanie will be available until the end of 2024

I am dedicated to supporting everyone in reaching their wellness goals and living their most fulfilling life. I am passionate about looking at ‘the big picture’ and wholeheartedly believe in holistic wellness. 

I take pride in my ability to create a safe and welcoming space for others as they navigate through the therapeutic process. I believe in the power of an empathetic and warm supportive presence and am committed to being that for my clients. 

In terms of approach, I like to draw from different styles such as person-centered, strength-based, humanistic, CBT, solution-based, and rational-emotive behavioural therapy. My goal is to adapt my approach to the needs of my clients.

I specialize in supporting clients who experience concerns with anxiety, self-doubts, life transitions, emotional processing, and stress. My purpose is to support clients in developing and maintaining a lifestyle that aligns with their wellness goals. I work with clients of all genders aged 14+.