Bio
Welcome! Let me introduce myself…
Erin Van Patter
She /Her Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW Psychotherapist
It can feel overwhelming to know where to start, how to balance life’s demands, or how to navigate the complexities of our own mental health, our relationships, and our family functioning. Life is complicated, and so are people. Feeling stressed, uncertain, or unsure about starting therapy—or returning to it—is completely normal. That’s why I’m here. I offer a supportive, grounded space to help individuals and couples make sense of mental health barriers, relationship challenges, parenting pressures, and life transitions. Together, we work toward clarity, stronger connections, and practical ways forward, using approaches that are thoughtfully tailored to you, your relationships, and your goals.
Erin works with children, teens, adults, and couples navigating stress, relationship challenges, parenting pressures, and life transitions. With experience in both the school board and private practice, she brings a broad understanding of the diverse circumstances clients face and offers thoughtful, adaptable support. Erin has a particular interest in supporting couples who want to strengthen their relationship while managing the demands of parenting and family life. Her client-centered approach draws on evidence-informed modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness, strengths-based work, and components of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
Her practice places strong emphasis on building a trusting therapeutic relationship so each client feels seen, heard, and understood. Erin’s approach is non-judgmental, compassionate, and often includes humour, creating a supportive and comfortable environment for meaningful growth.
Erin works best with individuals and couples who are curious about themselves and their relationships, motivated to make positive changes, and seeking a therapeutic experience that feels both productive and approachable.
“All you’ve got to do is show up. I’ll help with the rest.”
Erin’s Reviews on Lumino Health:
Associations / Professional Designation
Registered Social Worker with Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
Member of Ontario Association of Social Workers
Education
Master of Social Work from Western University
Bachelor of Social Work from Western University
Bachelor of Arts from Western University
Specialties
ADHD / Self-confidence / Women's issues / Men’s Issues / Anxiety / Depression / Trauma / 2SLGBTQIA+ / Relationship issues / Grief / Transitions and Goals / Life Transitions /Personal Growth / Self-Esteem / Behaviour Challenges / School Issues (behaviour, learning) / Anger Management / Communication & Boundaries
Offers
individual sessions (child, teen, adult), family sessions, parenting consultation, marriage/couples counselling
Therapies
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Strengths-based, Solution-focused, Trauma informed
Fees
Virtual sessions: $180 no HST
In-person sessions: $180 no HST
Family sessions: $200 no HST
More than just my work:
Favourite Quote
"Everything will be ok in the end. If it's not ok, it's not the end." -John Lennon
Quick Facts
Some of the next places I want to travel to are: the Yukon, Portugal, and New Zealand
I speak French
I would be happy if it were spring all year around - I love seeing the flowers and the leaves come out