Erica Gilmore, LCPC

Based in Illinois 7 years in practice Online sessions

Experienced counselor for emotion and behavior

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How Erica works

Practical facts

Credentials: LCPC
Licensed in: Illinois
Years in practice: 7
Languages: English
Session format: Online, through our partner platform

About Erica

Erica Gilmore is a licensed clinical professional counselor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, addiction, anger, and grief. She also supports those facing depression, trauma and abuse, and major life changes. Erica writes and talks plainly in session and focuses on practical steps that can be used right away.

She emphasizes the client's own knowledge of their life. Erica believes people bring strengths that make change possible. She encourages small, clear goals and steady progress rather than big promises.

Background and approach

In sessions she blends client-centered listening with tools from cognitive behavioral therapy. That means she listens first, then helps identify unhelpful thoughts and actions. Together they test simple behavior changes and coping skills that fit everyday life.

She also draws on dialectical behavior therapy skills for emotional regulation and distress tolerance. Those skills can help when anger feels overwhelming or intense emotions get in the way of daily functioning. Erica holds an Illinois LCPC license and has seven years since licensure working with adults on a range of concerns.

She offers sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text messaging to fit different schedules. International clients may be served in English.

What Erica works with

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Approaches Erica lists

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How therapeutic approaches fit into online care

Erica uses client-centered therapy to start by hearing the client's story and identifying strengths. That approach focuses on what matters most to the person and helps set clear, realistic goals.

She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy, which examines how thoughts and behaviors keep problems going. CBT provides simple exercises to change thinking patterns and to test new behaviors for issues like anxiety, depression, and anger.

Dialectical behavior therapy skills are another tool she offers for managing intense emotions and improving distress tolerance. These skills can be useful when anger or overwhelming feelings interfere with daily life.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will listen, discuss goals, and try techniques that fit the client's needs and preferences. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made along the way.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video calls are good for face-to-face conversation and skill coaching. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for a quick check-in. Live chat and text messaging allow brief check-ins, ongoing coaching, or flexible scheduling during busy days. These formats aim to make therapy easier to fit into real life.

Questions people ask about Erica

What concerns does Erica address most often?

She works with stress, anxiety, addiction, anger, depression, trauma and related life changes. The list also includes relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, grief, and self-esteem challenges.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

She uses a client-centered approach that starts with listening and building on strengths. Practical tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and DBT are added to help change thoughts and behaviors.

What experience does she bring to sessions?

Erica has seven years holding an Illinois LCPC license and has worked with people on a wide range of concerns including addiction, trauma, and mood disorders.

Where is she licensed and based?

She is licensed as an LCPC in Illinois and provides services from that location.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English, and Erica accepts international clients who communicate in English.

What session formats are available?

Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to match different needs and schedules.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions are billed through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin working together?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on therapist availability.