- LCMHC in North Carolina
- Person-centered approach
- Cognitive behavioral focus
About Erin
She draws from cognitive behavioral ideas to help people notice and change patterns that cause distress. Erin pairs that with a person-centered stance where the client chooses goals and sets the pace. Sessions are collaborative and practical, with attention to what feels useful day to day.
Erin also supports people facing complicated life issues such as chronic illness, pain, fertility concerns, aging and geriatric matters, and hospice and end-of-life counseling. She addresses topics like body image, eating concerns, substance-related struggles, and feelings of isolation or abandonment in simple, direct ways.
People looking for help with gender dysphoria, BDSM and kink-related matters, forgiveness, guilt and shame, or communication problems will find a nonjudgmental approach that prioritizes personal choice. Erin emphasizes clear steps and small changes that can make a difference between sessions.
Her prior work includes long experience in mental health settings supporting individuals with intellectual disorders and varied psychosocial needs. Erin aims to meet people where they are and help them move toward clearer thinking and steadier coping.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
North Carolina
Languages
English
Approaches that guide online work
Erin uses cognitive behavioral ideas that focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and changing behaviors that keep problems going. This approach is helpful for anxiety, depression, stress, and patterns related to addiction because it breaks issues into manageable steps.She also practices a person-centered approach where the client's goals steer the work. That means sessions are shaped by what the person wants to achieve and how quickly they want to move, which can help when dealing with grief, identity questions, or complex life changes.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Erin will work with each person to decide which methods fit best based on needs, goals, and preferences. The plan can change as progress and priorities evolve, and decisions are made together.
Confirm the current online session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also help maintain continuity of care during life transitions and help people access therapy from different locations within the therapist's practice region.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Erin support?
Erin addresses stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, and issues commonly faced by LGBT people. She also works with concerns such as chronic illness, body image, and hospice and end-of-life counseling.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She combines cognitive behavioral methods with a person-centered approach so the client sets goals. Sessions emphasize practical steps and the client's own choices.
What is her background and experience?
She has five years of clinical experience as an LCMHC and over 20 years working in mental health settings supporting people with varied needs.
What credentials and region relate to her practice?
She holds the LCMHC credential and practices in North Carolina.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Erin?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.