Erika Keller, LCPC-C

HEALING WORK

Therapy with me: I truly enjoy getting to know clients before diving into the work. I believe a strong therapeutic rapport is the anchor to begin the healing journey. I strive to make the therapeutic, healing space feel comfortable and safe.

My impacting identities: I am white, cis-gender, heterosexual female whose identity includes many roles: wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and therapist. I started off my college career as a nursing student and transitioned to psychology after witnessing a close family member being positively impacted by a therapist. I wanted to make a difference in someone else’s life as this therapist did by helping my family member.

I work best with clients who: are experiencing anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, grief and life transitions. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults and couples.

I am not a good clinical fit for clients who: are struggling with end-of life decisions and not wanting to work on uncomfortable changes.

I am a unique therapist because:  I provide a warm, therapeutic approach while simultaneously challenging my clients to help them see their inner strength. I take pride in helping others find inner peace and healing so they can live a life to their fullest.

LEARNING AND GROWING

I used to rely heavily on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and while I still do at times; I am working to implement different approaches based on the needs of the individual with whom I am working. I am constantly reading and learning and refreshing my approach. I completed my training to become a Clinical Trauma Professional I and II Certification to continue the ability to provide trauma-informed care to clients. I am currently working on completing a training program for Internal Family Systems (IFS) Training.

I not only continue to learn and grow professionally, but personally. I am taking care of my needs by practicing yoga, craniosacral therapy, acupuncture and meditation. I have found that taking care of myself makes me more capable of helping others. I love to run, I find running helps me to clear my mind after a long day.

FUN FACTS/RESILIENCE BUILDING

I am happiest when I am with my family. I learn so much about myself through my kids. I strive every day to be a better wife, mother, daughter, sister, and aunt and therapist. I am working through my own therapy to let things go that are not in my control. This is not always easy! Acknowledging my own needs is important as a helping professional. Allowing for acknowledgement that I am just as important.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s in psychology

Master of Science in Counseling

Erika is a board certified supervisor.