About Erika
Erika Williams helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and problems with relationships or intimacy. She also supports those facing parenting challenges, ADHD, anger, and questions about identity and self-worth. Erika practices in Louisiana and brings 10 years of experience as an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor.
Erika keeps sessions straightforward and compassionate. She focuses on forming a trusting relationship first. From there she helps people talk through painful memories, break unhelpful habits, and plan concrete next steps.
How Erika works
Sessions aim to be practical and respectful of each persons pace. Her style encourages curiosity and honesty. She draws on client-centered methods to listen closely and follow the persons lead.
She also uses cognitive behavioral tools to help challenge thoughts and change behavior when that fits the issue. Erika also uses solution-focused and motivational techniques to set small goals and build momentum. For people wrestling with deeper meaning, she brings elements of existential work to address life purpose and values.
The mix of approaches is chosen to match what an individual needs in the moment. People can expect clear talk about goals and a collaborative plan for progress. Erika values humility and respect in sessions and works to create a supportive space for growth.
To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions based on therapist availability.
Erika lists 6 ways of working on the entry:
What Erika works with
The areas below are the ones Erika selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
Also listed
- Abandonment
- ADHD
- Blended family issues
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family conflicts
- Forgiveness
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Intimacy-related issues
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- LGBT
- Life purpose
- Multicultural concerns
- Parenting issues
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Self-love
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Training and background
| Register | LPC |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 10 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Louisiana |
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Online support options
Approaches that guide online sessions
Client-centered work focuses on listening closely and following the persons lead, which helps when someone needs acceptance and understanding as they sort out feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the link between thoughts and actions and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful thinking and behavior for issues like anxiety or depression. Solution-focused therapy narrows attention to small, achievable steps and short-term goals to build momentum and solve specific problems.Finding the right approach is part of the process and happens together. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust the plan based on what helps most. This collaborative stance lets the work shift as needs and preferences become clearer.
Online therapy offers several practical benefits. Video calls let people see facial cues and have a more personal conversation. Phone sessions work well when a quieter connection or lower bandwidth is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for quick check-ins, short reflections, or people who prefer typing to speaking. These options make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life and to keep continuity when travel or schedule changes occur.
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