Erica Berman
Registered Psychotherapist
- She/her
- $180/session
- Virtual Sessions across Canada
Meet Erica
My experiences and interests give me a unique understanding of…
Optimal wellness; I take a bio-pscycho-social approach to help my clients achieve optimal wellness. I have degrees in sociology, exercise sciences (psych/behavioural), and counselling psychology. I also spent 25 years working a side gig in the fitness industry as a group fitness instructor and personal trainer.
Exploring; I believe to understand ourselves we need to explore the impact of genetics, physical health/lifestyle, personal experiences, and culture/education/religion.
Anxiety, insomnia, post-partum anxiety and OCD; I have had personal experiences with anxiety, insomnia, post-partum anxiety and OCD.
My cultural or ancestral background is…
Jewish atheist
My clients describe me using words like…
Direct
Solution focused
Funny (or maybe I just think I'm funny)
Easy-going
Evidence based
Expertise
Areas of Focus
Specializations
- Infertility
- Anxiety
- Relationships
By category
- ADHD
My clients often self-identify as…
Perfectionists
Self-critical
Anxious
I’m the right therapist for you if…
You are not just looking for a therapist to listen to you vent. I am happy to just listen, but my approach is typically more goal-oriented. I want to help my clients develop better coping strategies or other skills that can help them optimize their wellbeing in every facet of their lives.
Therapeutic Frameworks & Approach
- Exposure Therapy
- Existential Therapy
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
- Positive Psychology
- Narrative Therapy
- Goal Focused Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Walk Therapy
If we work together you can expect to feel…
Educated
Empowered
Validated
Populations Served
- Seniors (65+)
- Adults (18+)
Practice Details
Service Offerings & Rates
- Individual Session$180
- Couples Session$180
If we work together you can expect me to…
Help you develop effective coping strategies, skills or mindsets, suggest lifestyle changes that can allow you to make lasting positive changes in your life.
Insurance & Benefits Coverage
Coverage depends on the insurance plan. Check with your insurance provider to see if your plan covers one of the listed designations.
- Registered Psychotherapist
For insurance purposes, this therapist’s home province is Ontario.
In Person Sessions
In Person Location
Walking sessions in Christie Pits Park, Toronto, ON M6G 3B1
Virtual Sessions
Eligible provinces and territories are highlighted in green.
- Manitoba
- Northwest Territories
- New Brunswick
- Ontario
- Yukon
- Nunavut
- Prince Edward Island
- Alberta
- Quebec
- Nova Scotia
- British Columbia
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- Saskatchewan
Also offers sessions in: United States of America, Europe, Australia
More Info
Education
Yorkville University
Masters of Counselling Psychology · 2011
University of Toronto
PhD Exercise Sciences · 2005
University of Toronto
MA Sociology · 1998
University of Toronto
BA Honours Sociology · 1996
Certifications
Certificate in infertility counselling training
Certificate in Perinatal mental health counselling training
Training in CBT, EMDR, ADHD support, OCD/anxiety therapy
Languages
English
Booking FAQ
Does Erica offer direct billing with my insurance? Or how does payment work?
First Session charges each session directly to your credit card. Once each session occurs and your card is charged, you’ll receive a PDF receipt by email with all the details you need to get reimbursed (therapist name, designation, license number, address, etc.). You can then submit the receipt to your insurance company for reimbursement if you have coverage. We always recommend checking your coverage with your provider before booking.
How do I know if Erica is a good fit?
You are the expert when it comes to knowing who’s the right fit. Watch the therapist’s video at the top of their profile and see whether the message and energy resonate. If you feel drawn to speak with them, listen to your gut — booking a free consultation is a great first step to assess fit.
What if I see no available times to book a session?
If the therapist is listed as accepting clients and you see no available times, it’s likely they haven’t updated their availability (sorry about that!). In this case, you can to see what times they have available.
Can I contact Erica before booking an appointment?
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