Erika D. Merla
Therapist
Approach to Therapy
Erika will work together with you in identifying what you want to experience and explore what is holding you back. She will assist you in developing new tools that can assist in breaking unhelpful patterns and getting on a path toward living the life you want. Erika works with her clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. Erika is here to support and empower you in that journey.Experience
Erika Merla is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Therapist with 15 years of experience working with youth and adults from diverse populations. Prior to becoming a therapist, Erika worked with adolescents as a social worker at a school and as a case manager and crisis screener in an outpatient behavioral health clinic. Erika takes pride in assisting clients with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, anger management, life transitions, coping with grief and loss, and relationship issues.Specialties
Anxiety, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Bipolar Disorders, Body Image, Career Challenges, Chronic Health Conditions, Chronic Pain, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Compassion Fatigue, Coping with Life Changes, Depression, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eating Disorders, Family Conflicts, Grief & Loss, Insomnia, LGBTQIA+, Men's Health, Military & First Responders, Mindful Eating, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Personality Disorders, Phobias, Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem and Confidence, Stress Management, Suicidality, Trauma and Abuse, Wellness, Women's HealthHobbies and Interests
Erika enjoys traveling and going to the beach. She enjoys listening to music and attending concerts. In addition, Erika enjoys exercising and going for walks."One day at a time. - Unknown"
