Erica Christensen (she/her)

I work together with clients to unravel negative thought patterns, shift harmful and compulsive behaviors, and to find a sense of resilience and self-esteem throughout their journey. In order to shift towards a more positive and loving body image, we must start with negative self talk, harmful behaviors, and find different coping skills to deal with the stress and pressure of our family, friends, social media, and the world at large.

I have helped clients work on codependency issues in regards to substance misuse personally or in their partner(s), working on creating clear boundaries, creating a sense of self and sense of independence, working on self-compassion and forgiveness.

My experience extends to addressing severe anxiety, which often manifests as unforeseen challenges like procrastination, diminished self-esteem, panic episodes, perfectionist tendencies, persistent overthinking, boundary-setting issues, and struggles with self-care and self-love. My goal is to provide you with the support and strategies needed to overcome these hurdles, ultimately helping you lead a more fulfilling and balanced life.

With a deep passion for mindfulness, I am highly experienced in mindfulness-based therapy. This approach is at the core of my therapeutic philosophy, allowing me to guide clients towards heightened self-awareness, emotional regulation, and a profound sense of presence. My experience in mindfulness-based therapy empowers individuals to find tranquility amid life's challenges and fosters lasting, positive transformation.

I work primarily from a relational psychotherapy approach - meaning an approach of therapy that is focused on how relationships affect our daily experience of life. This approach in therapy allows me to collaborate with you by looking at past and present relationships and use that to guide our sessions to find ways to understand thought patterns, feelings, and perceptions of yourself and of others.

I specialize in guiding clients on a transformative journey to overcome low self-esteem. Together, we explore the underlying factors contributing to these feelings, such as negative self-perceptions and past experiences. Through a blend of evidence-based therapeutic techniques and compassionate guidance, we work to build a foundation of self-acceptance and self-worth. My goal is to empower clients to recognize their strengths, challenge self-critical thoughts, and develop better resilience.

I'm here to help you navigate the twists and turns of relationship challenges. Whether you're working on communication, resolving conflicts, or just wanting to deepen your connections, my approach is all about building healthier, more fulfilling relationships. We'll chat openly, I'll lend an attentive ear, and collaborate on tools to tackle the issues together. I'm all about giving you the insights and skills to strengthen those bonds, whether with a partner, family, or friends.

I specialize in guiding clients on a transformative journey to overcome low self-esteem. Together, we explore the underlying factors contributing to these feelings, such as negative self-perceptions and past experiences. Through a blend of evidence-based therapeutic techniques and compassionate guidance, we work to build a foundation of self-acceptance and self-worth. My goal is to empower clients to recognize their strengths, challenge self-critical thoughts, and develop better resilience.

I have cultivated substantial experience in humanistic therapy, where the emphasis is placed on the uniqueness and innate potential of each individual. Over my career, I've honed the art of person-centered care, creating a safe, empathetic space for clients to explore their feelings, identity, and personal growth. My experience has shown me the power of this approach in nurturing self-discovery, self-acceptance, and positive change, enhancing the well-being of my clients.

My experience in psychodynamic therapy has allowed me to delve deep into the intricacies of the unconscious mind and the impact of early life experiences on present thoughts and behaviors. I've developed a profound understanding of how past issues can influence current challenges, and I've successfully used this approach to assist clients in uncovering and addressing underlying issues that affect their emotional well-being.