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Erin M. Brown
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
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Erin M. Brown

Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW (she, her)

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Available both in-person and online
Peterborough, ON K9H
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At transitional times in women's lives, the experience of overwhelm (feeling on-edge much of the time, difficulty thinking as clearly as usual, frustration with ourselves and others) can play a significant factor in our mental health and well-being. On top of becoming a new parent or experiencing a change in our health or family, we find it hard to lean on our usual coping skills or find meaningful comfort in our go-to methods of self-soothing and self-care. My counselling work begins with understanding stress responses and the nervous system to pave a pathway ahead in your new life journey.
I specialize in postpartum mental health/adjustment, and women's stress related to managing your own health alongside caregiving responsibilities. I focus on shorter-term interventions that equip you with micro-skills you can start practicing immediately, and then build a tailored plan specific to your unique life experiences and goals.
I am an experienced, effective Registered Social Worker with a passion for making a difference in the mental health and lives of women with babies, young children and/or caregiving responsibilities with family members. I also offer complimentary services that are not covered by insurance providers, such as Tarot and shamanic-assisted guidance. By request.
Call or Erin M. Brown now for a free 15 minute consultation - (249) 500-5350

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Be Well Centre

Peterborough, ON K9H

(249) 500-5350

Be Well Centre

459 George Street North

Peterborough, ON K9H map
My website
I specialize in Supervision, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum and Women's Issues 
$160 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  
Let's Connect (249) 500-5350
Photo of Erin M. Brown, Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Be Well Centre

Peterborough, ON K9H

(249) 500-5350

Be Well Centre

459 George Street North

Peterborough, ON K9H map
My website
I specialize in Supervision, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum and Women's Issues 
$160 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $160
  • Couple Sessions $160
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, Mastercard, Visa
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I offer sliding-scale fees. Regular fee for clients with access to benefits (receipts provided). Reduced fees for clients with financial barriers (receipts provided but will indicate not intended for insurance reimbursement).
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Erin M. Brown
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 500-5350
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I offer sliding-scale fees. Regular fee for clients with access to benefits (receipts provided). Reduced fees for clients with financial barriers (receipts provided but will indicate not intended for insurance reimbursement).
Photo of Erin M. Brown, Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Erin M. Brown
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 500-5350

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers Erin M. Brown

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 24 years
  • Attended Carleton University, Master of Social Work, Graduated 2002

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from The Mehrit Centre - Self-Reg Institute 2021
  • Certificate from UMass Centre for Mindfulness 2004
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Erin M. Brown
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (249) 500-5350
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Erin M. Brown
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (249) 500-5350

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Supervision
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Women's Issues

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Body Image
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I provide you with usable self-regulation skills within the first session. Within 4-8 sessions, you will have a new understanding of your nervous system, mental health and wellbeing as a postpartum Mom. Clients consistently report an increase in their abilities to use self-regulation and coping skills and a reduction in the intensity of mental health symptoms.
Photo of Erin M. Brown, Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Erin M. Brown
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 500-5350
"
I provide you with usable self-regulation skills within the first session. Within 4-8 sessions, you will have a new understanding of your nervous system, mental health and wellbeing as a postpartum Mom. Clients consistently report an increase in their abilities to use self-regulation and coping skills and a reduction in the intensity of mental health symptoms.
Photo of Erin M. Brown, Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Erin M. Brown
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 500-5350

2 Endorsements

Sheena Howard RN, Psychotherapist
Sheena Howard RN, Psychotherapist
RN, Psychotherapist, RN, BNSc, MA
Having a colleague like Erin Brown to refer to is a relief! I refer clients who are struggling or need support in their postpartum stage and beyond. Erin is compassionate, safe, and dedicated to her clients. I know people are in good hands with her!
Rhea Eady
Rhea Eady
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Erin is a heart centered clinician. She is very mindful of how people feel, their values and beliefs. She holds space for women, parents and care providers alike with grace, compassion and ease. I recommend her to many.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Queer Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Queer Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Anti-Oppressive
  • Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Existential
  • Expressive Arts
  • Feminist
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Trauma-informed self-regulation skills to get out of spiraling, unhelpful thoughts and work directly with your nervous system for reducing overwhelm. When you can reduce the body-mind responses to overwhelm, your great skills and thinking styles can shine. I also support with cognitive-based interventions - but these are secondary to the work of self-regulation and calming your nervous system.
Photo of Erin M. Brown, Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Erin M. Brown
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 500-5350
"
Trauma-informed self-regulation skills to get out of spiraling, unhelpful thoughts and work directly with your nervous system for reducing overwhelm. When you can reduce the body-mind responses to overwhelm, your great skills and thinking styles can shine. I also support with cognitive-based interventions - but these are secondary to the work of self-regulation and calming your nervous system.
Photo of Erin M. Brown, Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Erin M. Brown
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 500-5350

Groups

Postpartum Mindfulness Group

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Erin M. Brown

Mindfulness-Based Groups for women-identified Moms in the postpartum period - up to 3 yrs postpartum. Learn how use mindfulness meditation to cultivate present moment awareness and recognize patterns of thoughts/feelings/behaviors that may contribute to mood and anxiety challenges. This group is offered in a retreat-style atmosphere and features local, artisan refreshments and mindfulness swag. Meet other Moms who want to learn and practice Mindfulness in an inclusive, non-judgmental, professionally-facilitated group. This group is for women-identified Moms only and is most often offered in the evenings in Peterborough, Ontario. Next session: Autumn 2023

Location

Be Well Centre

459 George Street North

Peterborough, ON K9H

Email Erin M. Brown about this group or call - (249) 500-5350

Location

Primary Location

Be Well Centre

Peterborough, ON K9H

(249) 500-5350

Email Me

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Additional Location

Be Well Centre

459 George Street North

Peterborough, ON K9H

(249) 500-5350

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Erin M. Brown
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Call for a free consultation now - (249) 500-5350
Photo of Erin M. Brown, Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Erin M. Brown
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Call for a free consultation now - (249) 500-5350