- 40 years experience
- Grief and loss support
- Stress and anxiety help
About Erik
He focuses on practical work in the room. Sessions often include talking through recent challenges, identifying patterns that get in the way, and trying small changes to reduce distress. He helps people who are dealing with loss and end-of-life concerns to find ways to manage intense feelings and make thoughtful choices.
Over four decades of practice, he has supported people facing a wide range of issues. These include abandonment, adoption and foster care questions, aging and geriatric concerns, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, and communication or commitment struggles. He also has experience with neurodevelopmental differences and personality-related problems.
Erik emphasizes collaboration. He works with each person to set goals, test what helps, and adjust the plan as needed. The aim is clearer thinking, steadier mood, and better day-to-day functioning rather than quick fixes.
He is licensed as a California Psychologist, CA Psychologist 21367. Sessions are offered in English and are scheduled based on the therapist's availability. If you are considering therapy, he encourages you to take the first step and complete the intake process to see if his approach feels like a good fit.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
40+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
Approaches for grief, trauma, and everyday stress
Erik works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear, practical work. One common method helps people talk through traumatic memories and current reactions, teaching ways to reduce intense distress and regain a sense of control. Another approach concentrates on mood and daily routines, helping people build small, doable habits that lift energy and reduce depressive symptoms.Choosing the right approach is a joint process. The therapist will review your needs, goals, and preferences and then try methods that seem likely to help. If something isn’t working, he adjusts the plan together with you rather than insisting on one path.
Because the biography does not list specific session formats, please confirm current session options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work, caregiving, or medical appointments, and it can reduce travel time. It also allows for shorter check-ins when that better fits a busy day. Talk with the therapist during intake to decide how to schedule sessions so they fit into everyday life.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does this therapist address?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and attention or concentration issues. He also supports people with related concerns like caregiver stress, chronic illness, and communication problems.
What is the general therapy style like?
The approach is collaborative and down-to-earth, focusing on talking through current struggles, spotting unhelpful patterns, and trying practical changes. The aim is steady improvement in daily life.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
He has 40 years of professional work experience supporting people with a wide range of emotional and life challenges.
What credentials and location information are provided?
He is licensed in California as a psychologist, listed as CA Psychologist 21367, and practices in California.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted for remote work?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How is pricing structured?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin therapy?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.