Meet Eric
Eric Girard is a Medical Social Worker and counsellor located on beautiful Vancouver Island, BC. He is registered with the BC College of Social Workers - Registration #13317. Through his many years of experience in healthcare, Eric has enjoyed connecting with people and supporting them through change. In his private practice, Eric utilizes tools from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.
Via both lived and professional experience and training, Eric specializes in helping neurodiverse individuals function at the highest level possible.
For more information, please feel free to book a complimentary consultation.
Why Choose Portside Counselling?
We can help with...
ADHD Management
As a Certified ADHD Clinical Services Provider, I share real insights and practical strategies for individuals with ADHD, as well as families who have a loved one with ADHD. Drawing from lived experience, I aim to give you the tools and understanding necessary to harness the super-powers that often come with having ADHD.
BC Crime Victim Assistance Program
I am a registered provider for the BC Crime Victim Assistance Program. I provide trauma-informed services to survivors and witnesses of crime.
Relationship Issues
There are unique issues that can present in relationships when one or both partners are neurodiverse. Our counselling services will help you work towards resolving relationship challenges by enhancing communication and understanding.
PWD Applications
As a Registered Social Worker, I am qualified to fill out the Provincial Persons With Disabilities assessor section of the application, in collaboration with you and your Doctor or NP.
Anxiety
Our counselling sessions are designed to address the root of anxious thoughts and feelings, and to provide effective and healthy coping strategies.
Grief & Loss
I offer compassionate support to navigate the complexities of grief and loss, fostering healing and hope.
Client Testimonials
Services
At Portside Counselling, we offer virtual counselling via a safe and secure encrypted video platform, using the Jane App.
Fees
15min Consultation (virtual).......................................................................................... No cost
50min Individual Session (virtual)........................................................................... $140
70min Couples Session (virtual)............................................................................... $190
***Check your benefits provider for Registered Social Worker coverage***
