- Warm direct support
- Practical steps
- Trauma-informed care
About Erika
She learned psychology at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville and earned a master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Argosy University. Much of her work has supported women dealing with homelessness, addiction, childhood sexual and emotional trauma, depression, relationship and parenting struggles, and codependency. Erika has experience in local government, nonprofit, and hospital settings.
Erika tends to use cognitive behavioral methods to help people notice patterns of thinking and change unhelpful habits. She also draws on client-centered and trauma-focused ideas to adapt work to each person’s needs. Sessions are practical and focused on clear steps people can try between meetings.
Her style is straightforward and caring. She encourages people to set realistic goals and to build on small wins. Erika describes herself as a mental health advocate who supports people willing to start a personal journey toward better functioning.
People looking for help with grief, intimacy issues, parenting strain, compassion fatigue, ADHD, or life transitions may find her approach useful. She helps clients explore values, repair daily routines, and plan for next steps in work or relationships.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
18+ years
Credentials
Georgia
Languages
English
Approaches that guide online work
Erika uses client-centered methods to make sessions about the person in front of her, focusing on listening, empathy, and building on each client’s strengths. This approach helps when people need a space to talk through values, parenting stress, or relationship questions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is another common tool she uses. CBT helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and practice new behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, career stress, and coping with life changes.
Trauma-focused therapy guides how she addresses past abuse or traumatic events. It involves pacing work to match a person’s readiness and using strategies that reduce overwhelming reactions while rebuilding daily routines.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Erika discusses goals, preferences, and past experiences to shape a plan together. She adjusts methods as progress is made and checks in regularly to see what is helping.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so people can use breaks at work or parental downtime for care. Licensed professionals can tailor timing and pacing to match everyday life while focusing on practical steps and coping strategies.
Frequently asked questions
What types of concerns does she address?
She works with a wide range of concerns including trauma and abuse, addiction, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, career questions, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is welcoming, honest, and practical. She uses clear conversation and tailored strategies to help clients set goals and try concrete steps between meetings.
How long has she been practicing?
Erika has 18 years of experience in the behavioral health field, including roles in local government, nonprofit organizations, and hospitals.
What credentials does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Georgia and holds a master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Argosy University.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and session payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.