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Erica Thompson, LMHC

Therapist in Florida

Practical support for stress and addiction recovery

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Erica Thompson

Profile checklist

  • CredentialsLMHC
  • License listedLMHC, Florida (no. MH 20474)
  • NPI number1467116921
  • Experience7 years listed
  • LanguageEnglish
  • Main areas of focusStress, Anxiety, Addictions, Self esteem, Depression
  • Approaches includeClient-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy
  • FormatOnline sessions through BetterHelp

Details as listed on the therapist’s BetterHelp profile.

  • Client-centered approach
  • CBT tools
  • Mindfulness practice

About Erica

Erica Thompson is a Florida licensed mental health counselor with seven years of clinical experience. She helps people who are weighed down by stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and struggles with addictions. Erica focuses on practical steps and steady support so people can feel more in control of daily life.

She believes each person knows their own story and brings strengths to the work. Sessions are designed to build on those strengths while addressing what gets in the way. Erica encourages open, straightforward conversations about goals and setbacks so progress stays realistic and manageable.

Her approach mixes talk-based care with skills practice. She uses client-centered methods to follow what matters most to the person. Cognitive behavioral tools are used to identify unhelpful thinking and replace it with clearer options.

Erica also brings mindfulness and motivational interviewing into the room to help with focus, motivation, and decision-making. Those kinds of techniques can help when someone is trying to change habits tied to addiction or to cope with big life shifts.

In sessions she aims to create a calm, nonjudgmental space and to work at a pace the person can handle. Her work is practical, down-to-earth, and focused on small, achievable steps toward feeling better and functioning more easily.

How Erica Uses Talk Therapy and Practical Tools Online

Erica uses client-centered work to follow what matters to each person, creating space to talk about goals and challenges in straightforward terms. This approach helps people feel heard and guides the direction of therapy based on their priorities.

She also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy, which focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and trying different behaviors. CBT can be useful for anxiety, depression, and for changing patterns that contribute to addictive behavior.

Finding the right mix of methods is a shared process. The therapist will work with the client to choose approaches that match their needs, goals, and comfort level, and adjustments are made as therapy progresses.

The practical benefits of online work include easier scheduling and fitting sessions into a busy life. Online therapy can reduce travel time and make it simpler to keep regular appointments. Session format details were not specified in the biography, so confirm the available options before booking to ensure they match your needs.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSexualityTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational Interviewing

Experience

7+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What problems does Erica commonly address?

She helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include issues like attachment concerns, body image, and family problems.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is straightforward and collaborative. She listens, follows what matters to the client, and uses practical tools to work toward clear goals.

What is her professional background?

Erica has seven years of professional experience working with people on mood, motivation, and addiction-related concerns. She emphasizes building on a person’s existing strengths.

What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?

She is an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - practicing in Florida.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are offered?

The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before scheduling.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with this therapist?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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