Erica Fraser-Dauphinee 
Counsellor, MEd, RCC

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with 10 years experience in the counselling profession working in hospital, public health, corrections, non-profit and private clinic settings doing both individual, online and group therapy. I work with teens, adults, families and couples.
 

I began my career counselling in a pioneering Trauma Therapy Program in Toronto (Women's College Hospital) where I provided individual and group therapy to adults significantly impacted by interpersonal and developmental trauma. This led to a deepened understanding of the impacts of adverse experiences and a dedication to trauma-informed practice. This  became an essential foundation for my work for Vancouver Coastal Health (Child and Youth Mental Health) as a clinical counsellor for marginalized and complex youth and families struggling with mental health and substance issues, often facing systemic barriers to accessing care.

 

I have developed a strong DBT (Dialectical Behavioural Therapy) background and have recent experience leading DBT groups for youth in-person and virtually and most recently at Burnaby Youth Custody Centre, with the focus on teaching targeted skills for emotional and behavioural regulation and stabilization.
 

Most recently I have been working in private practice with a range of ages and diverse presenting concerns. Some of my clients have significant and chronic mental health challenges and require a more treatment-focused approach. Other clients I work with are less severely impacted by mental health and are seeking support through difficult life transitions, addressing past trauma, navigating relationships, finding purpose and personal healing.

I graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree (Psychology) from UBC and a Master’s Degree (Counselling Psychology) from University of Toronto and subscribe to the philosophy of “Always Learning” - meaning I involve myself in ongoing training, regular professional consultation and development.

I have been drawn to people’s stories for as long as I can remember and find beauty in the expression of human experience through books, movies, music and art of all kinds. Counselling has felt like more of a calling for me than a career and I am grateful to the clients I have worked with over the years who have taught me so much and allowed me to be part of their journey.
 

When I am not working, I am with my partner and two young kids - being a parent, spending time outside in nature, cooking a good meal in my kitchen with friends and family, getting into a new show or movie, and exploring local trails.