Hello, I'm so happy you're here. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) licensed in the state of IL and I have 8+ years of experience providing individual and group counseling. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including stress, depression, anxiety, dating & relationship issues, anger management and building self esteem & confidence.
My counseling style is personable, compassionate and interactive. I strive to create a non-judgemental space for clients to open up and I believe in treating everyone with respect and sensitivity. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness and solution-focused therapy. When something in our life is out of balance -- mentally, physically and/or emotionally -- therapy can help to center us. I view therapy as a partnership and I will shape our conversations and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific goals.
It takes strength to reach out for help, so I commend you. This is the first step in your personal development journey, which can lead to a more fulfilling life. If you are looking for someone to support and empower you along the way, I would be honored to help.
I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Family conflicts, Grief, Anger management, Career difficulties
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Erica is fantastic. I can't speak highly enough of how much she has helped me.
Written on Sep 26, 2023 after therapy with Erica for 5 years and 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem
I've been working with Erica for almost two years now and she's so fantastic. We've worked on so many facets of my emotional health and worked through many events that occurred in that time. I love knowing I can rely on this partnership with her whenever something's happening or I'd like to grow and develop more. So grateful!
Written on Aug 07, 2019 after therapy with Erica for 1 year and 10 months
Erica has been great!
Written on Apr 30, 2018 after therapy with Erica for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship, parenting, self esteem, and anger
I am very happy I got Erica as my counselor. She’s been very helpful and I love that I can just open my phone and type everything I’m feeling in that moment as opposed to traditional counseling where one might not feel as comfortable and open talking about their issues in person. Sometimes I don’t even know where I’m going with my rants but Erica helps pinpoint what my struggles are.
Written on Feb 28, 2018 after therapy with Erica for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger, and career
She's absolutely wonderful! Very encouraging and flexible. I look forward to each of our sessions!
Written on Feb 17, 2018 after therapy with Erica for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family, self esteem, and anger
It's been great working with Erica. Just being able to open up and release some inner thoughts has been so helpful. Erica has been patient and has a warm way of poking into issues for me to explore. Very happy I engaged in this site and lucky to have Erica assigned to me.
Written on Dec 06, 2017 after therapy with Erica for 2 months