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Erin McDaid, LMSW, LCSW

Stress, Anxiety Grief Bipolar disorder Depression
Video Phone Messaging

About me

Hi, I am Erin McDaid. I have been working for over eight years as a clinical therapist with adults, older adults, and older adolescents. I use a goal-oriented therapy style, focusing on areas of strength or need that are determined by the client. My style is no-nonsense and direct. I use a wide variety of skills and techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness therapy, narrative therapy, and motivational interviewing. I often assign homework for clients to complete between therapy sessions (however, I try not to make it complex or overwhelming). I do not believe in stereotyping, labeling, or stigmatizing people. I welcome working with people of all faiths, genders, sexual orientations, political affiliations, and ethnicities.

At an initial interview clients should expect to discuss with me their background (how they grew up, what they have done since high school, any relationship status), their current symptoms, any drug or alcohol use or history, any legal history, and their hopes for what they will get from therapy. During this discussion I will work to clarify any questions that occur to me and to reassure the client that both the client and I are understanding the client’s needs and history. We will also discuss what the specific issues are that brought you to therapy. Be ready to be open and forthcoming. Clients may leave their initial session with a simple homework assignment that will begin to move them forward with their treatment.

Professional experience

8yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Grief Bipolar disorder Depression

Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Codependency, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Emptiness, Fertility Issues, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Mood disorders , Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships, Postpartum Depression, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-love, Sexuality, Women's issues

Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy

Services offered

Video
Phone
Messaging

License information

MI LMSW 6801099442

AZ LCSW LCSW-19647

Reviews

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She’s great. Listens, responds and provides balance

Written on Jan 25, 2024 after therapy with Erin for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd

Erin is insightful and brings constructive and supportive suggestions to our sessions. I don’t feel like she is reading from a script. She gives me her full attention and has really helped me think “around” some situations and experiences.

Written on Dec 16, 2023 after therapy with Erin for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and coping with life changes

Erin is amazing!

Written on Oct 18, 2023 after therapy with Erin for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, coping with life changes, and adhd

She's incredibly kind and understanding and she helps to guide me in the right direction by simply listening and offering her advice.

Written on Sep 29, 2023 after therapy with Erin for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, and coping with life changes

Erin has really helped me to raise the quality of my life! She always responds to my messages pretty quickly and makes me feel supported! She’s helped me handle my complicated life much better!

Written on Sep 22, 2023 after therapy with Erin for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and career difficulties

Erin is professional, respectful, and thoughtful. She is a genuine person who cares about her clients and their needs and emotions. Speaking with Erin genuinely helps me to feel better on my off days, and she always knows how to guide me to place of peace and relief.

Written on Sep 06, 2023 after therapy with Erin for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue