Eric Mason , LISW, LIMHP

Eric Mason is a licensed clinician who combines extensive experience in substance use treatment and general mental health care to support people across the lifespan. He holds the credentials LISW and LIMHP, indicating licensure to practice social work and independent mental health services, and brings 13 years of clinical experience that include more than nine years focused on substance abuse treatment and more than five years providing mental health therapy.

He has worked with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults on a wide range of concerns such as depression, anxiety, anger management, trauma and abuse, sexual abuse, victims of crime, and LGBTQ-related issues. His background also includes supporting people affected by incarceration and assisting perpetrators of physical abuse, as well as helping those coping with grief, relationship and family problems, addictions, and mood disorders.

Mason completed a bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in addiction studies at Nevada State College in 2011 and earned a master’s degree in social work from the University of New England in 2015. His counseling style is warm, inviting, and interactive, grounded in respect, compassion, and empathy. He integrates motivational interviewing, cognitive-behavioral techniques, solution-focused strategies, and humanistic principles to meet clients where they are and work collaboratively toward practical goals.

Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Care

Eric Mason uses a client-centered way of working that emphasizes respect, empathy, and collaboration. Client-centered therapy focuses on understanding each person's perspective and building a trusting relationship that helps clients explore their goals and values, which can be especially helpful for issues like self-esteem, relationship struggles, and identity concerns.

He also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which helps people identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT is effective for addressing anxiety, depression, mood challenges, and many stress-related problems by teaching practical skills for coping and problem solving.

Motivational interviewing is another approach he uses to support people who are ambivalent about change, particularly in areas such as addictions or lifestyle shifts. This collaborative method helps clients uncover their own motivations and build commitment to meaningful steps forward.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Eric works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to tailor methods to each person’s needs, goals, and preferences so the treatment plan fits their life.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone appointments, live chats, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to maintain consistent care around work, family, and other commitments while still working with trained therapists to address mental health and behavioral concerns.