MCoun, Professional Counselor Associate
Erika has a Master of Counseling from Oregon State University – Cascades. Erika is a Professional Counselor Associate working towards being a Licensed Professional Counselor. Erika is committed to guiding individuals and couples on their journey towards emotional healing and personal growth. She specializes in integrating Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to foster meaningful transformations.
As an ACT practitioner, Erika prioritizes creating a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors without judgment. Erika believes in the power of acceptance as a catalyst for change, guiding you to embrace your inner experiences with compassion.
Erika uses Emotionally Focused Therapy when working with couples. This approach draws from attachment theory and neuroscience to help couples deepen intimacy, and build stronger, more fulfilling connections. Erika’s goal is to help couples cultivate a secure attachment, enabling them to navigate challenges collaboratively.
In her free time, Erika enjoys reading and getting to know Oregon again since moving back after many years away.