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Erica Williamson

Therapist · Tennessee

Erica WilliamsonLCSW

Support for stress, anxiety, and relationships

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  • Experience4 years
  • LanguagesEnglish
  • SessionsOnline
  • Practical coping skills
  • Trauma informed care
  • Focus on relationships

About Erica

Erica Williamson is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, and low self-esteem. She focuses on practical steps people can use right away. Her approach centers on listening, clear feedback, and helping clients build tools that fit their daily life.

Erica works with issues tied to life changes and transitions. She supports people dealing with abandonment, adoption and foster care questions, attachment issues, and blended family challenges. She also addresses body image, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, and codependency concerns.

Her style is client-centered and straightforward. Sessions aim to clarify what feels hardest, identify patterns, and test small changes. Erica emphasizes building self-compassion and stronger ways to communicate with others.

Erica draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide recovery from trauma, reduce anxiety, and improve relationships. She brings four years of clinical experience to her work in Tennessee and tailors strategies to each person's situation.

People who choose Erica can expect a respectful space to talk through difficult moments and practice new skills. She encourages honest conversation about goals and practical steps that fit everyday schedules.

How evidence-based techniques guide online therapy

Erica uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address anxiety, trauma, and relationship difficulties. One common approach focuses on teaching coping skills for anxiety and stress, such as grounding exercises, breathing strategies, and stepwise exposure to reduce avoidance. These tools are practical and aimed at easing day-to-day symptoms.

Another frequently used approach centers on trauma recovery work that helps people process painful memories and learn safety-focused skills. This work often includes building emotional regulation, noticing triggers, and practicing new ways to respond to distress. These methods can help with healing after abuse or other traumatic experiences.

Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. Erica works with each person to figure out which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adjusts plans over time based on what’s working and what isn’t, so therapy stays aligned with the client’s priorities.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking since the profile does not list formats. Ask about what the therapist offers and how sessions are scheduled. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into busy days, reduce travel time, and allow sessions during work breaks or from another convenient location.

License and NPI

  • LCSW Tennessee · No. 10170

NPI1316661192

As shown on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

4+ years

Credentials

Tennessee

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns can Erica help with?

She supports people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strains, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include adoption and foster care, attachment concerns, body image, caregiver stress, and chronic illness or pain.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Erica uses a client-centered, practical approach that emphasizes listening and clear feedback. Sessions focus on identifying patterns, practicing small changes, and building skills that fit daily life.

What experience does she bring to sessions?

She has four years of clinical experience working with issues such as trauma recovery, anxiety, relationship communication, and life transitions. That experience informs her use of structured, evidence-based techniques.

What are her credentials and where is she located?

She is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, practicing in Tennessee. The profile lists Tennessee as her professional location.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she accept clients from other countries?

She is not currently accepting international clients.

How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing and scheduling details depend on the match process and the site’s subscription model.

How do I begin working with Erica?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability. The questionnaire helps match needs and preferences before booking.

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