Hi, I am Erwin Gilliam, a Mississippi licensed professional counselor with 5 years of direct professional work experience in therapeutic counseling. This experience includes working with clients with identity issues, stress, depression, relationship &/or marital issues, anger management, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and career difficulties. My background and experiences have given me a variety of opportunities and have allowed me to see the world from different angles, helping me sharpen my counseling skills.
I have a masters degree in organizational counseling psychology. In addition, I also hold an educator's license with endorsements in school counseling and administration. To add to my career experiences, I served as a school counselor for 3 years, as an assistant principal for 7 years, and head principal for one year in a public school setting.
When it comes to therapy, I primarily use the cognitive behavioral approach with my clients; however, I am able to utilize other approaches depending on my client's needs. I believe in treating everyone with dignity, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. We will work as a team in setting your goals so that you achieve the outcome you are seeking.
This first step, seeking out better health, is a huge milestone in finding the happiness and fulfillment we all desire in life. I am forever grateful that you have given me the opportunity to be a part of your journey.
Professional experience
6 yrs in practice
Relationship issues Anger management Motivation, self esteem, and confidence Career difficulties Executive and professional coaching
Additional areas of focus:Parenting issues, Depression, Concentration, memory and focus (ADHD), Abandonment, Antisocial personality, Avoidant personality, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Hoarding, Immigration issues, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Multicultural concerns, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Smoking / vaping cessation, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
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Amazing guy! Listens great and is gives amazing advice
Written on Jun 19, 2026 after therapy with Erwin for 2 years and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, and anger management
Erwin is an excellent therapist with great insight. I love his direct and forward approach.
Written on Jun 08, 2026 after therapy with Erwin for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
He’s a really great therapist. He listens and gives meaningful advice. I truly believe he wants what’s best for me. He keeps it real doesn’t sugar coat and I love that.
Written on Apr 13, 2026 after therapy with Erwin for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and compassion fatigue
I highly recommend Erwin for younger men like myself because, while he does offer sympathy and empathize with your situation, he also graciously and lovingly speaks truth direct and clearly. He challenged me that way and I think that's exactly what a tharepists should do! Highly recommend Mr. Erwin!
Written on Apr 01, 2026 after therapy with Erwin for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coaching
I love him!! He’s a great therapist and listens to what I have to say
Written on Mar 16, 2026 after therapy with Erwin for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Edwin is a consummate professional who demonstrates an exceptional balance of compassion and empathy while also providing the firm guidance needed to keep clients focused on their goals and committed to their therapeutic treatment plan. He has a thoughtful and supportive approach that encourages accountability while fostering meaningful personal growth. I have truly valued the opportunity to work with him and deeply appreciate the progress I have made under his care. I highly recommend his services to anyone seeking a dedicated and effective therapist.
Written on Mar 09, 2026 after therapy with Erwin for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, anger management, and career difficulties
Working with Erwin Gilliam has been a very helpful and grounding experience for me. He listens with patience and without judgment, which created a space where I felt comfortable being honest about difficult situations in my life. His approach is thoughtful and balanced—he allows me to process my emotions while also challenging me to think more clearly about my choices and patterns.
Through our sessions, I have gained greater awareness of myself, my boundaries, and the importance of protecting my emotional well-being. He has helped me slow down, reflect, and approach situations with more clarity rather than reacting from fear or hurt.
I appreciate the calm, respectful, and supportive way he communicates. Therapy can be difficult work, but his guidance has helped me feel stronger and more capable of navigating complicated relationships and personal growth.
I’m grateful for the support and insight he provides and would recommend him to anyone looking for a therapist who truly listens and encourages meaningful self-reflection.
Written on Mar 06, 2026 after therapy with Erwin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Very understanding and respectful and challenges me for the betterment of myself I’d have to say I have a lot of respect for my therapist
Written on Mar 03, 2026 after therapy with Erwin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Very easy to speak to, understanding, and I feel like he listens with a genuine interest of what I had going on. He helped me out with my issues without just telling me what I wanted to hear but what I needed to hear. Truly felt like talking with a long time friend when we spoke. I highly recommend Erwin!
Written on Mar 02, 2026 after therapy with Erwin for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and anger management
Erwin Gilliam listens and always spends time with you. He is very comfortable to talk to. Positive and offers great feedback.
Written on Mar 01, 2026 after therapy with Erwin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
I have always hated therapy but Erwin makes me feel safe and understood
Written on Feb 25, 2026 after therapy with Erwin for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
He's kind, he is respectful, he listens, he gives good advice and he gives you worksheets to work on your goals.
Written on Feb 02, 2026 after therapy with Erwin for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Great therapy
Written on Jan 16, 2026 after therapy with Erwin for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Erwin is familiar with insecure attachment and has plans for working through them to attain secure attachment. He is perceptive and attuned to my underlying problems.
Written on Nov 04, 2025 after therapy with Erwin for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and self esteem
He is helping me in big way
Written on Oct 23, 2025 after therapy with Erwin for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Has been very good to work with and is very insightful
Written on Aug 30, 2025 after therapy with Erwin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Very patient listener but also knows when to give his advice and ask good questions that get me thinking/feeling in ways I hadn't before
Written on Aug 22, 2025 after therapy with Erwin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Erwin is great. He's patient, a good listener, and asks good questions. He challenges by biases and supports my growth.
Written on Jun 24, 2025 after therapy with Erwin for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, anger management, and career difficulties
He is a good listener and has good good advice
Written on Jun 17, 2025 after therapy with Erwin for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Working with Erwin Gilliam has been a profoundly transformative experience. His compassionate, insightful, and unwaveringly professional approach has helped me grow in ways I never imagined. Through our sessions, I’ve gained a deeper understanding of myself, developed emotional resilience, and cultivated healthier patterns of thinking and behavior.
Erwin creates a space that is both safe and empowering—where vulnerability feels not only accepted, but honored. His ability to listen with empathy while gently challenging me to confront difficult truths has been instrumental in my personal evolution. I am sincerely grateful for his guidance and look forward to continuing this journey of self-discovery under his care.
Written on Jun 08, 2025 after therapy with Erwin for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues
Erwin has been excellent-so far. I have only known of him a short time, but he has managed to touch some spots I did not know I had. I feel more in control than before
Written on May 12, 2025 after therapy with Erwin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Erwin is great! I'm a death doula and he incorporates the same values in his therapy sessions as I do with my clients. He listens very well, is non judgemental, and offers great advice. He makes you feel comfortable with telling him about your life and concerns. I highly recommend him and I feel that he would be beneficial to anyone.
Written on May 05, 2025 after therapy with Erwin for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief
Erwin is awesome. I always said I’d never try therapy. Well here I am and I’m glad Erwin is in my corner. Take the chance. You won’t regret it.
Written on Apr 23, 2025 after therapy with Erwin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and anger management
Love erwin. Super knoweldagable, listens and is compassionate. Great person to bounce ideas off and to really challend your way of thinking.
Written on Apr 16, 2025 after therapy with Erwin for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues
Erwin is extremely easy to talk to , he gives great insight and advice .
Written on Feb 24, 2025 after therapy with Erwin for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning addictions, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Erwin is great! He is a genuine person who truly enjoys his job and helping people. He listens to you and responds accordingly in a manner that not only helps you, but also makes you feel understood! We need more people like Erwin in the world. I highly recommend his service!
Written on Feb 15, 2025 after therapy with Erwin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Erwin is amazing, 10/10 recommended always!!
Written on Jan 04, 2025 after therapy with Erwin for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and sleeping disorders
Erwin is very good at his job. He has a way of seeing things that I could not see. He’s very wise, professional and I can tell he is invested in his patients wellbeing. 10/10
Written on Nov 18, 2024 after therapy with Erwin for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
love his energy and welcome way he talks to you keeps things light but will say what needs to be said
love him hope he will stay in this line of work for long time coming, we need more therapist like him
Written on Oct 31, 2024 after therapy with Erwin for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
He is very intelligent and listens and responds well. Very positive but real at the same time. Seems like a great guy to me.
Written on Oct 21, 2024 after therapy with Erwin for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Erwin has been incredibly helpful in not only showing me tools in bettering my life but the people's lives around me by looking inward and genuinely trying to be a better person.
Written on Oct 14, 2024 after therapy with Erwin for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Erwin is great! He has a caring approach and does not come off as abrasive, but he will still let you know what you need to hear. I enjoy our sessions
Written on Oct 01, 2024 after therapy with Erwin for 1 month on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
I am loving this experience and feel like I won the therapist lottery with Erwin.
Written on Sep 12, 2024 after therapy with Erwin for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Erwin is the best!
Written on Sep 03, 2024 after therapy with Erwin for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
My experience with Erwin is that of a mild manner gentle soul. He listens and provides such a safe space that is very refreshing. He provides a familiar nonjudgmental environment.
Written on Aug 25, 2024 after therapy with Erwin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Great therapist
Written on Jul 18, 2024 after therapy with Erwin for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger management, coping with life changes, and coaching
Erwin is a great listener. He truly understands the underlying issue when I communicate my situations/concerns to him. He is very clear when he communicates and truly cares about helping me overcome whatever mental hurdle I may be facing.
Written on Jun 12, 2024 after therapy with Erwin for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and coaching
Best therapist I've ever had.
Written on May 01, 2024 after therapy with Erwin for 6 months on issues concerning addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Erwin has been excellent! Not only does he listen well, he is proactive in finding solutions that work. He keeps things light and has great sense of humor which helps keep things comfortable. I look forward to meeting with him every week.
Written on Apr 22, 2024 after therapy with Erwin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
He is great
Written on Mar 25, 2024 after therapy with Erwin for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
The best therapist I have ever had. By far.
Written on Mar 12, 2024 after therapy with Erwin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and career difficulties
Erwin is very thoughtful, thorough, and has some great suggestions on building family communication skills.
Written on Feb 26, 2024 after therapy with Erwin for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Very helpful and down to earth person.
Written on Feb 13, 2024 after therapy with Erwin for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Erwin listens attentively and gently directs the discussion to honor both what I need to say and the time in which I have to say it! He is good at highlighting other perspectives and not just pumping me up by supporting only my point of view. I believe he genuinely wants to help and gives good practical tips that can be put to use immediately.
Written on Feb 12, 2024 after therapy with Erwin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
I am new to therapy and this app, however, I am very appreciative of the respect and support that I have received. I hope that I will leave with some tools to help improve my personal roadblocks. Erwin's demeanour is exactly what I need. Thank you
Written on Feb 07, 2024 after therapy with Erwin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Erwin is a phenomenal therapist, great listener, definitely recommend to anyone.
Written on Dec 18, 2023 after therapy with Erwin for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coaching
After many failed attempts, I think I’ve found my therapist! I’ve made so much progress in the last few months. I opted to have someone completely opposite of me to help me understand what I longed to find most; how to understand a black man. I’ve grown so much! He’s the best!
Written on Nov 07, 2023 after therapy with Erwin for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and adhd
Erwin offered me a lot of great advice and helped me navigate tough life situations and prepare myself for future changes. He's been a great therapist
Written on Nov 01, 2023 after therapy with Erwin for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coaching
I enjoy my sessions with Erwin. Always make my week better.
Written on Oct 25, 2023 after therapy with Erwin for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and adhd
He’s a fantastic therapist who’s really able to listen to and follow complex ideas and problems. He’s able to give real world advice and balance the serious nature of your issues with humour and empathy. I highly recommend him to anyone in need :)
Written on Oct 03, 2023 after therapy with Erwin for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, and adhd
He’s been incredibly polite, encouraging, and accommodating. Anytime I worry about overthinking or over sharing, he reassures me that I’m doing exactly what I’m supposed to. He’s helped ground me in a time of serious struggle and confusion, and I’m very thankful.
Written on Sep 27, 2023 after therapy with Erwin for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
I would highly recommend Erwin. He’s helped me so much in the past few sessions. I couldn’t be happier!
Written on Sep 20, 2023 after therapy with Erwin for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Erwin has a ton of expertise and has been an amazing help in navigating me through some of my challenges. He is great at listening and providing valuable insight. I would strongly recommend him!
Written on Aug 29, 2023 after therapy with Erwin for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
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