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Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC Registered Art Therapist, ATR Practice: The Holistic Heart Specialties • Insurance & Fees • Locations
Erica is a licensed mental health counselor based in Warwick, RI who works with clients ages 12 and up. She utilizes a holistic and person-centered approach to treatment, focusing on authentic connection and rooting to thrive, not just survive day-to-day. Erica is passionate about supporting clients experiencing life transitions, feelings of stress and anxiety, and seeking to increase self-understanding.
Erica is trained in Art Therapy, which uses art, creating, metaphor, expression, and imagery as part of the therapeutic process to assist in accessing and processing emotions. Her therapeutic approach is based in art, mindfulness, and client empowerment. She is direct and compassionate, and seeks to create a safe haven for clients to explore their emotions, identity, and become comfortable with the uncomfortable.
Erica received her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a focus in Transpersonal Art Therapy from Naropa University. She gained experience through working at a community mental health agency, eating-disorder inpatient care, hospice and palliative care, and group practices which enables her to offer a supportive and comprehensive approach. Erica recognizes the ability to connect with others in their vulnerability as an honor and works to continue serving as a counselor who is aware, open, and informed. She offers the flexibility of remote therapy sessions as well as in-person sessions.
Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress
Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating
Mind-body connection - Practicing mindfulness to draw together how the body feels physically and how the mind feels mentally; healing both physically and mentally
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
Loss, grief, and bereavement - Emotionally preparing for the anticipated passing of a loved one; managing feelings and reactions to a death or loss of significance; support during the process of healing and acceptance
Art Therapy - Art therapist's use art and creative expression as a therapeutic tool for clients to interpret, express, and resolve their emotions and thoughts. Clients work with an Art Therapist to engage with art materials in session or approach issues with alternative perspective based in imagery and metaphor.
Years of Experience: 3 years
Naropa University, Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a focus in Transpersonal Art Therapy, 2020
Rhode Island: MHC01514
English