Erica Crawford, LCSW, CSW

Approaches that guide online work

Erica commonly blends Client-Centered methods with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address what matters most to each person. Client-Centered work means the therapist listens closely and follows the client’s goals, creating a space where concerns can be named and understood. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify unhelpful thoughts and tries small behavioral experiments to reduce anxiety and low mood.

She also uses Narrative and Trauma-Focused ideas when past harm shapes current life. Narrative work helps people rewrite painful stories so memories feel less dominating, while Trauma-Focused approaches guide careful processing of disturbing events at a pace each person can handle.

Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. Erica will talk with clients about what feels most useful, try methods in session, and adjust based on how things are going. The goal is a plan that fits the person’s needs, goals, and preferences rather than a one-size-fits-all method.

Online therapy here offers several practical benefits. Video calls are useful for deeper conversation and face-to-face interaction. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a camera isn’t preferred. Live chat and text messaging allow quick check-ins or shorter, more frequent touchpoints between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and varying routines.