- Compassionate listener
- Skill-based work
- New York LMHC
About Erin
Erin Ellis is an LMHC based in New York who focuses on helping people facing anxiety, stress, and life changes. She approaches sessions with respect and compassion. She aims to make first steps feel manageable for someone who is nervous about reaching out.
Erin draws on Client-Centered Therapy to create a space where the person sets the pace and direction of conversations. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. She also incorporates elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy when skills for emotional regulation and distress tolerance are useful.
Across sessions Erin works with people on a range of concerns, including panic disorder and panic attacks, grief, coping with addictions, and challenges with self-esteem. She adapts plans to each person’s needs and goals rather than following a one-size-fits-all script. Meetings typically involve talking through recent struggles, practicing practical coping steps, and checking how new strategies feel.
Erin has five years of professional experience as a licensed mental health counselor. Her background includes work with trauma, crisis intervention, and supporting people through recovery from substance-related problems. She keeps the focus on concrete skills as much as on understanding the story behind current struggles.
People often choose Erin when they want straightforward, compassionate support that balances listening with skill building. She encourages small, practical changes and helps track progress over time.
How these approaches can work online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and following the person’s lead. The therapist reflects feelings and priorities, helping the person feel heard and clearer about what they want to change.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thought patterns and behaviors. Sessions often include identifying unhelpful thoughts, trying small behavior changes, and checking how those changes affect mood and panic symptoms.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches concrete skills for regulating emotions and tolerating distress. It can be helpful when panic, intense worry, or strong reactions make daily life harder.
Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will work with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and comfort level. That decision can change over time as progress is reviewed.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions are delivered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Talk with the therapist about what will work best for scheduling, attention needs, and the kinds of tools you want to use during sessions.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Erin help with?
She works with many concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and panic disorder and panic attacks.
What is her therapy style like?
Sessions blend a warm, person-focused approach with skill teaching. Conversations aim to be practical and client-led while building coping tools.
What experience does she bring?
She has five years of professional work experience in mental health settings, including crisis intervention and addiction support.
Where is Erin licensed and based?
Erin is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Erin?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.