Works with
- Anger
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Compassion fatigue
How Erika works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LICSW
- Licensed in
- New Hampshire, Massachusetts
- Years in practice
- 9
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Erika
Erika Coombs is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing anger, stress, and life transitions. She focuses on practical steps clients can use right away. Erika aims to make the first meeting feel straightforward and manageable for someone who is worried or unsure.
Erika uses a calm, nonjudgmental style to help people talk through difficult feelings. She creates space for clients to describe what they are experiencing and then develops small, realistic goals to try between sessions.
Background and approach
Conversations are focused on what matters most to the client and on skills that can help in everyday life. Her approach draws on client-centered therapy, which centers the conversation on the person's goals and perspective. She also uses elements of dialectical behavior therapy to teach emotion regulation and distress-tolerance skills when feelings feel overwhelming.
Erika holds a Master of Arts and is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - LICSW in New Hampshire. She has nine years of clinical experience working with concerns such as grief, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, parenting stress, ADHD, and compassion fatigue. Sessions can include conversation about career stress, coping with loss, and building confidence after setbacks.
Erika works collaboratively to adapt plans as needs change, offering straightforward techniques and reflective listening to help people move forward. People who want direct, practical support for anger, family conflicts, or everyday stress may find her approach helpful. She encourages starting small and building skills one step at a time.
What Erika works with
Everything Erika lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Erika's practice.
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Compassion fatigue
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Eating disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- ADHD
Approaches Erika lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approach-focused care via online sessions
Erika often blends client-centered therapy with dialectical behavior therapy techniques. Client-centered therapy means conversations are guided by what matters most to the person, helping them set clear goals and make decisions that feel right. Dialectical behavior therapy offers concrete skills for managing strong emotions, tolerating distress, and improving relationships when feelings run high.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Erika will talk with each person about their situation, preferences, and what they hope to change. Together they will try approaches and adjust plans so the work fits the person's daily life and goals.
Online therapy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation for skill practice and deeper discussion. Phone sessions can be a simpler option when bandwidth or camera use is limited. Live chat and text messaging work well for quick check-ins, brief coaching, or ongoing support between longer sessions. These options help people fit care around work, family, and busy days while still receiving regular therapeutic guidance.
Questions people ask about Erika
What kinds of concerns can Erika help with?
She works with a range of issues including anger, grief, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, parenting stress, career concerns, ADHD, trauma and compassion fatigue.
What is her general therapy style like?
Her style is client-centered and practical. Sessions focus on the client’s goals, with simple strategies and skills to try between meetings.
How long has she been practicing clinically?
She has nine years of professional experience working in clinical settings and community practice.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She holds an MA and is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - LICSW in New Hampshire.
Can sessions be held in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Which session formats does she offer online?
Erika provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session according to therapist availability.