Reality Therapy in Sidney, NY

As a licensed mental health counselor I specialize in multicultural counseling, individual therapy treating disorders such as substance abuse, personality disorders, anxiety, phobias, trauma and couples counseling. As we move into a new and different world I imagine it can be hard for some of us to develop new coping skills to manage living in this new world. I am here to help navigate and guide you and your loved ones through these difficult times. I also provide home visits for the elderly who just can't leave their home yet still need someone to talk. More details will be provided during the intake.

I support individuals by bridging the gap between where they are right now and where they want to be in the future! My main goal is to help everyone live happier lives and feel better about themselves doing it. I have a general practice, which means that I work with a variety of people with a variety of issues in individual and couple counseling. My area of interest is working with people through individual therapy, who may find themselves overwhelmed, stressed, depressed or anxious in their daily lives. My therapeutic style is supportive, warm, honest, and non-judgmental.

I specialize working with adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, past or present disturbing experiences, helping them thrive, grow, develop coping skills in life transitions, improve relationships with family, adult children, friends, bosses, coworkers. I am a seasoned (30+ years) therapist who provides a compassionate, non judgmental, understanding, Christian ear attentive to your struggles and uses research proven, evidence based wholistic methods, CBT, solution focused, motivational positive self talk.

Managing complex emotions and past traumas can be challenging, especially when trying to balance the difficulties of everyday life. It can often feel overwhelming to try to address these feelings on your own, though not addressing them can often be even more painful. In my practice, I seek to help my clients work through their challenges and become more aware of their patterns and thought processes. I provide clients with an empathetic and affirming space that allows them to feel comfortable tackling their issues, yet I also aim to challenge my clients to look beyond the obvious and recognize damaging behaviors.

Embrace the discomfort, for it is a catalyst for growth. Are you feeling trapped between the pain of your past and worries of the futures making it hard to stay focused on the present moment? Do you find your inner dialogue is putting you down more often than building you up? Are you looking to develop healthier boundaries with yourself and those you love? If any of these statement sound like you, I want you to know there is hope.

"Where were you when I needed to hear this some time ago!" Ericka focuses on quality life changing therapeutic experiences. Ericka believes in meeting people where they are at and providing them with the support and tools necessary to expand their strengths while managing their weaknesses. Ericka's warm and inviting personality makes therapy feel like a conversation between two best friends. Clients who express a commitment to the therapeutic process, insight into their current challenges, and are open to change are most ideal for Ericka's therapeutic orientation.

As a person who struggles with day to day stress, you feel tired everyday. It seems you have tried everything but nothing works. Do you feel the same scene playing out in your life over and over again, but you have the inability to change the script? Do you feel powerless in managing intolerable feelings and even more consumed in trying to figure out why you feel this way? My belief is that trauma is the root cause. Most trauma generates from a past or current relationship and can be healed. Even the most severe trauma can be healed.

I’m passionate in helping people better understand how their nervous systems work and affect their emotional well-being. I’m also passionate about helping people understand how a dysregulated nervous system leads to development of mental health conditions. It’s important for an individual to determine the focus of treatment and what they need to happen in order to consider enacting a change process. Sometimes someone just needs an active listener they can use as a sound board and to mirror back their experience. Empathy and validation are the cornerstone to my approach.

I work best with motivated individuals who will work with me and be courageous enough to be honest about their thoughts, feelings, and fears. My clients are expected to do assignments, readings, and offer feedback. I thoroughly enjoy seeing the progress that a child or an adult can make through self discovery that counseling offers. Ultimately we are the masters of our own lives, and it is by allowing the individual to unlock his or her own capabilities and potential, that the therapist is truly a success.

Most women worry about making sure everything is okay for everyone else but who takes care of you? Who do you speak to about the trauma you've experienced, the things that’ve hurt you, or your experience as a new mother? There are some things that you may experience that only another woman can understand. You may appear to be happy outwardly, however behind the smile is a persistent feeling of sadness, depression, anxiety, fatigue, and fear. Don’t allow Trauma, Depression, or Anxiety to continue to rule your life. It’s time for you to be kind to yourself and begin to resolve anything that’s holding you back.

We are never alone and sometimes we just need another to join with us on this journey of life. I am happy to join and help you learn, create and achieve the goals you desire. Regardless of your emotional struggle, I can help you. I offer ADD/ADHD assessments/treatments for adults & children. I treat all symptoms including addiction struggles. I offer Phone and Video Sessions via telehealth.

For the past 30 years I have specialize in HIV/AIDS, codependency, severe complex trauma (PTSD and D.I.D.) and now those suffering with Lyme disease. I utilize E.M.D.R., psychodrama and very specific trauma healing techniques. I work best with those who are willing to explore, evaluate and try new ways of looking at themselves, their past and their future. I am open, honest and friendly. AT THIS POINT I AM UNABLE TO TAKE ANY NEW CLIENTS.

Currently offering a combination of teletherapy and in person sessions; please visit my website for more details. Is life overwhelming? Experiencing trauma? Are you, or your child, experiencing depression or anxiety, ADHD, have a teen going off to college, going through a divorce or any other life transition? Don't go it alone. Together, we will decide what is the best course of treatment for YOU. I believe in treating each person as the unique individual that they are. I am not a "one size fits all" therapist. We work collaboratively, and make YOU the specialist and director of your own life. Say YES to life again!

Hello! My approach to every client is that you are your own researcher and research participant. I give you the tools to collect data on yourself. Together we analyze your trends and patterns of undesired behaviors and see where we can shift/eliminate those behaviors into positive change. We create SMART goals an apply through tangible therapeutic work in between sessions. My goal is for you to flourish and nourish your mind, body and soul into your ideal self.

Life is a challenging journey that can be difficult to navigate at times. Whether you’re going through a recent change/transition, overcoming a loss, in need of building self-esteem, or strengthening stress management skills, I am here to walk alongside you and provide you with a safe environment, unconditional positive regard, and the necessary skills you need to make the personal growth you are looking for. By celebrating small wins, I help empower individuals to take control of their lives, strengthen confidence in their abilities, and build emotional well-being.

We all come with an inherent set of strengths and skills that has allowed us to navigate life to this point. However, life transitions and challenges can tap our reserves and make drawing upon these strengths feel almost impossible. I provide an affirming, comfortable space to support you in identifying what you already have that is working and ways to apply this with more regularity and ease moving forward. Through compassionate, integrative life coaching, I work to help you add to your existing skill set, develop insight, identify areas of your life that need greater focus to create lasting change.

Reaching out for support for you or your loved one takes courage. With one of the hardest steps behind you, I am pleased you have found my private practice. My goal is to provide support, offer a different perspective, and arm you with the tools to manage life's challenges more effectively. I look forward to continuing this journey together.

The goal of my practice is to improve the quality of life of my clients and assist them reach their full potential and personal goals. Specializing in family and couple therapy. I also specialize in depression and anxiety. The ideal client will be dedicated to their own treatment and have a strong desire to feel better. Together with my client we work as a team to achieve the therapeutic goals and make life worth living and enjoying. I have been working in mental health for over a decade and it is my greatest passion in life.