Erica Rosenthal , LMHC

Erica Rosenthal is a Washington-based clinician who brings more than 15 years of professional experience supporting individuals and couples through life transitions and mental health challenges. She is dual-licensed in Washington State in mental health and substance use disorders and holds the LMHC credential, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Erica's practice focuses on helping people manage stress and anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, women's issues, health at every size (HAES), motivation and self-esteem concerns, addiction, and PTSD.

Her clinical foundation is built on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and she draws on additional methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) as appropriate. Erica approaches counseling as a collaborative process, emphasizing a give-and-take relationship in which therapist and client partner to identify goals and practical steps toward change. She frames the decision to seek therapy as an act of courage and aims to support and empower clients through each stage of their work.

Prospective clients should note that Erica currently offers appointments in the mornings and mid-afternoons and does not work evenings or weekends.

Evidence-Informed Approaches and Online Support

Erica brings foundational training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to her online practice, and she blends elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) when helpful. DBT focuses on building skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness - it is often useful for people managing intense emotions, relationship patterns, or self-destructive behaviors. CBT helps clients identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through structured techniques, making it effective for anxiety, depression, and many day-to-day challenges. ACT emphasizes clarifying personal values and taking meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present, which can support long-term motivation and resilience.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Erica works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they evaluate what feels most useful and adapt techniques over time to optimize progress.

Online therapy with Erica is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and communication preferences. These options make it easier to access consistent care without traveling, accommodate morning and mid-afternoon appointment windows, and maintain continuity of support across life's demands while working with licensed professionals and therapists.