Erika (she/her) is a doctoral candidate in Clinical Psychology at Walden University and a National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC). She brings a unique background that bridges psychology, health, and integrative wellness practices. Her work reflects a deep commitment to the interconnectedness of body, mind, and spirit, and she approaches therapy with the belief that healing unfolds through balance, self-awareness, and meaningful connection.
Therapeutic Approach:
Erika’s style is warm, collaborative, and empowering. She values creating a therapeutic relationship built on trust, curiosity, and compassion, where clients feel safe to explore both challenges and possibilities. Her approach integrates humanistic and existential perspectives with cognitive behavioral strategies and motivational interviewing, supporting clients in both uncovering the deeper “why” of their struggles and developing practical tools for change.
She is passionate about helping clients explore identity, purpose, and the patterns that shape their lives. Drawing on mindfulness, somatic awareness, and holistic practices, Erika supports whole-person healing and guides clients in cultivating resilience, clarity, and personal growth. She sees therapy as a collaborative journey toward lasting change and deeper self-understanding.
Clinical Interests:
Anxiety, depression, trauma, stress and burnout, emotional regulation, self-esteem, life transitions, relationships and family dynamics, holistic and integrative wellness, spirituality and meaning-making, identity development, and the mind-body connection.
Currently Working With:
Adults, adolescents, and children from diverse backgrounds
Theoretical Lens:
Erika’s therapeutic lens is rooted in humanistic and existential theory while integrating psychodynamic exploration, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, person-centered care, and mindfulness-based approaches. She views clients as active participants in their own healing process and strives to meet everyone with openness, curiosity, and respect for their unique journey.
Erika is bilingual and can provide therapy services in Spanish.
