Karen Ergas
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
North Vancouver, BC V7G
Let's Connect (581) 501-5221
I am a registered psychologist with over 25 years experience working with individuals along the full spectrum of disordered eating. I also have experience working with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, self esteem, perfectionism, relationship difficulties etc. Making the commitment to seek therapy is a courageous step. Feelings of shame are common. I try to create a relaxed atmosphere that progresses at a pace that is comfortable for you and at the same time challenges you to heal and grow.
I believe symptoms such as restricting, bingeing etc are usually ways of coping with emotional issues. They can be ways to manage anxiety, numb difficult feelings, exert control over something, feel comfort or pleasure, give us a focus on something that is measurable etc.
In therapy we work together to understand what your symptoms are helping you with. We then work on learning alternate coping strategies that are not related to food/ shape or weight.
Call or Email Karen Ergas now for a free 15 minute consultation - (581) 501-5221
Let's Connect (581) 501-5221
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Expired Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 01239 Karen Ergas
- Membership with British Columbia Psychological Association 2007
- Membership with College of Psychologists of British Columbia 01239 / 1994
Additional Credentials
Karen Ergas
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (581) 501-5221
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Grief
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sexual Abuse
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
Karen Ergas
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (581) 501-5221
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Eclectic
- Emotionally Focused
- Interpersonal
- Psychodynamic
- Trauma Focused
Karen Ergas
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (581) 501-5221