Erica leans on techniques that help people notice thoughts, manage strong emotions, and improve everyday functioning. Erica trained in social work at Hardin-Simmons University and completed a Master of Social Work at Boise State University. She has nine years of professional experience working with people affected by trauma, grief, addiction, and caregiver stress.

Her background includes support for adoption and foster care concerns, attachment issues, and family of origin struggles. Her practice draws from attachment-based methods, client-centered care, cognitive behavioral approaches, dialectical behavior skills, and mindfulness.

That mix lets her tailor sessions to the person in front of her - for example, using skill practice for emotion regulation or exploring patterns that come from early relationships. Erica lives in North Idaho and values the outdoors. She uses a supportive, collaborative tone in sessions and often invites clients to practice breathing and grounding exercises.

Her approach emphasizes steady progress and finding practical supports people can keep after therapy ends.