Woodland Grief Counselling
"Give sorrow words; the grief that does not speak whispers theo'er-fraught heart and bids it break."
William Shakespeare
Grief is a universal human experience. It is the agony we endure when facing a loss- a death of a loved one, a miscarriage or stillbirth, a protracted illness, a loss of homeland or language, an separation or divorce, a death of a pet.
Grief, while profoundly painful, is also a natural and transformative aspect of human life. When we acknowledge and allow space for our grief, we give ourselves permission to heal.
Erin offers a safe space for grief to be heard and witnessed. She will not take your grief away, but she will give it breath and voice and perhaps some gentle prodding in order that you may carry both love and loss as you orient anew.
About Erin...
ERIN PEARCE
Erin (she/her) has worked in the field of grief and loss for over 12 years. In 2014 she obtained an MSW degree from the University of Calgary. She has extensive clinical experience that ranges from working with bereaved refugee populations to working in pediatric palliative care at Canuck Place Children's Hospice. Erin works with bereaved populations across the lifespan, caring for children, teens as well as adults. Erin has pursued significant post-graduate training and has additional training in narrative therapy, prolonged grief disorder treatment and therapeutic play.
When not at work, Erin can be found tramping about the forest with her family. She loves to run, bake bread and read novels.
Erin's counselling studio is nestled in the woodlands of tod creek flats in Saanich, BC, where she lives on the traditional territory of the SENĆOŦEN peoples.
"Grief is subversive, undermining the quiet agreement to behave and be in control of our emotions. It is an act of protest that declares our refusal to live numb and small. There is something feral about grief, something essentially outside the ordained and sanctioned behaviors of our culture. Because of that, grief is necessary to the vitality of the soul. Contrary to our fears, grief is suffused with life-force....
Grief is alive, wild, untamed and cannot be domesticated." Francis Weller
PHILOSOPHY
Grief is an overwhelming, isolating and desolate experience. Our souls, our thoughts, our bodies, our relationships are all effaced in the suffering of loss. Yet grief, in many ways, is a continuation of our deepest love. We must make space to learn and relearn, to remember and endure the pain of grief and thus continue to love.
Erin's grief counselling philosophy is pluralistic, integrating various theoretical perspectives to best support those in need. She prioritizes the use of current, evidence-based interventions to ensure effective and compassionate care for all clients.
SCOPE
There is so much loss one can face. Erin understands that our culture doesn't always give space for us to voice our pain. Grief counselling can provide a safe environment to explore all forms of loss including:
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loss of spouse, parent, child, relative, friend, or acquaintance.
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supporting someone or experiencing in advanced or complex illness
- kids grief
- prenatal or perinatal loss (miscarriage or stillbirth)
- pet loss
- traumatic death
- loss of homeland, language or culture
- grief for our polluted earth
Types of Services Offered
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In-Person Sessions ($150.00/50min)
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Online/Telephone Sessions ($150.00/50min)
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For people residing outside of Victoria phone and/or online sessions are available. to be an effective and comfortable environment. Online and telephone sessions are effective and efficient. It can sometimes be more comfortable for grievers to be in their own space at home for sessions. Some people find it easier to be more vulnerable and open up more when they are in their familiar settings
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Walk & Talks ($150.00/50min)
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For those who live in the vicinity, gentle movement in the stillness of nature can help with processing. Walking sessions can be arranged for those who find movement-oriented sessions therapeutic.
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Therapeutic-play for Kids
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Erin has done significant play therapy with kids who are experiencing grief or facing end-stage illness. For more information on the nature of play-based session, please contact Erin.
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Kid's Grief Parent Consultation Sessions
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Parents of bereaved children often face many questions about how to talk, support or assess a child's grieving experience. Sessions can be booked with parents who wish to address specific questions or assess and discuss their unique child's needs. For more information, please contact Erin
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BOOK AN APPOINTMENT
New clients can contact Erin by email to book a session. Erin is happy to arrange free 10-minute telephone consultation for new clients to discuss individual needs and concerns.
Erin has limited in-person counselling sessions available each week. Phone and/or online sessions are also available.
Existing clients can schedule a session here
PHONE/TEXT
250.412.3643
Please note that Erin works part-time. Her availability to take telephone calls is limited throughout the week. Please feel free to leave a voicemail or text. Erin will return your call when she can find a quiet moment to respond.
ADDRESS
5945 Wallace Drive
Victoria, BC
V9E 2G7