The most meaningful change happens when people feel heard, safe, and empowered. As such, my approach is compassionate and straightforward. We'll start from where you are and find your path forward.
Together we’ll develop insights into what you’re going through, build your capacity to handle it, and discover new tools to help you heal.
My work is trauma-informed. I begin with the assumption that we are all impacted by difficult experiences from the past, and that we can heal from them.
I am committed to honouring all forms of diversity, as well as challenging systems that would cause my clients to experience any form of oppression or discrimination.
How I Work
I completed my Master of Social Work degree at McGill University, and my Bachelor of Arts at Concordia University, both in Montreal.
I grew up in Quebec and speak/live/work in English and French. I began my therapy practice in Hamilton, Ontario and am now located in Sydney, Nova Scotia.
I use he/him/his pronouns. My hobbies include strength training, playing music, and roleplaying games.
About Eric Burnet
Approach and Clientele
Many of my clients are people who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodivergence, and relationship issues or family issues. I have experience working with first responders, 2SLGBTQI+ folk, neurodivergent folk, people who have experienced migration, at-risk youth, and more. I am fluent in both English and French and provide services in both languages. I am registered to provide services to clients located anywhere in Ontario, Nova Scotia, and Newfoundland and Labrador.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) - I use ACT and CBT throughout much of my work. These approaches help us unhook from the storm of difficult thoughts and feelings that can arise from moment to moment, learn new tools to cope with them, and set goals for ourselves that are in line with the life we want to be living.
Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) - EMDR is a structured approach used to reprocess traumatic memories. It has been shown to be effective in treating diagnosed PTSD, undiagnosed trauma, and more.
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) - I employ EFT interventions to help clients recognize the emotions and patterns present in their relationships. EFT is often referred to as ‘‘attachment theory in practice’’.
Polyvagal Theory - Understanding the connections between our mind, nervous system, and body is built into my approach.
