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It’s my passion to help women like you.

to feel confident and self-assured.

to say goodbye to self-doubt and hello to self-love

so that they can live a life they love

Therapy with Tailwinds Counseling can help get you there.

About

Hi, I’m Erika. But this is about you, not me.

I help women who find themselves putting everyone else’s needs before their own go from feeling anxious and afraid of letting people get to know the real them to feeling comfortable, self-assured, valued and confident in their relationships. My mission is to empower women to show up, be heard, and get what they want. I am passionate about helping women get in touch with the strength that was always there so that they can live life confidently, authentically without apologies.

Choosing a therapist can be an overwhelming task. And let’s face it; you’re looking for a therapist because you’re already overwhelmed. There are so many of us, you’ll be vulnerable, and you don’t want to tell your story over and over to a bunch of different people until you find the right fit. Or worse yet, stick it out with a therapist that doesn’t fit. I don’t want that either, so I hope this will help you decide if we’ll work well together.

I’m from New Jersey, so I lack southern charm and the “bless your heart” gene. I’m direct because I want you to succeed. If you’re looking for someone to smile and nod, we probably won’t work well together. But, if you’re ready to be challenged, to dive into what’s really going on, and to work to make some changes, we might be a good fit. You can schedule a free 15-minute phone call with me to truly decide.

Credentials

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Barry University in Miami Shores, Florida in 2010. I have been in practice ever since, working at psychiatric and medical hospitals providing counseling both in- and outpatient for a whole host of issues including anxiety, depression, major mental illness, and cancer-related concerns. If you’re afraid your problems are so bad, you’ll scare me, think again. I’m difficult to shock. I use a variety of evidenced-based practices based on each individual’s needs. There is no one-size-fits-all approach here.

What makes Tailwinds counseling different

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Interactive

I won’t just sit around, making hmm sounds and waiting for the time to end. I will point out the things that are keeping you stuck and make a real plan with you so that you can make real, lasting change.

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support between sessions

Each week, I’m available to for live, text-based messaging so that you can ask questions or get feedback for things that come up before the next session.

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Goal tracking and accountability

You can make progress faster by staying connected. I use an app to assign homework and reminders so that you can make progress in between sessions.

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care coordination

If you’re seeing another healer (doctor, psychiatrist, life coach, etc.) I send regular updates* on your progress to ensure you get the best results possible.

(*with you written consent)

HOW This WORKs - AKA THE PROCESS

LET'S START A CONVERSATION

Schedule a free 15-minute phone call so we can get acquainted. I'll ask what you're looking for help with, you can ask your questions and we can get you scheduled for an appointment when we agree it's a good fit.

WE DIVE DEEPER

During our first sessions, we'll get to know each other, build a therapeutic alliance, and get on the same page about your goals and how best to achieve them. Throughout treatment, you have the option to live chat with me once a week between sessions and have your homework sent to you with reminders so that you can build on your progress.

WE MAKE A PLAN

You are the expert on your life and experience. Together, we'll collaborate using your expertise and mine to create a plan that suits your treatment and journey.