Erin Chu , LCPC

Erin Chu is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and a Certified Clinical Telemental Health Provider who fosters a relaxed, welcoming environment where individuals can share at their own pace. She views counseling through a multidimensional lens, attending to how emotional, cognitive, social, physical, and medical factors interact to influence overall wellness.

Working primarily with people aged 17 and older, she has developed experience addressing depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, trauma, body image concerns, grief, toxic relationships, and patterns related to people-pleasing and perfectionism. Her background in geriatric care also informs her work with clients facing chronic pain and long-term illness, helping them navigate the unique emotional challenges those conditions bring.

Erin uses an individualized, eclectic approach that blends techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness practices, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC). She tailors interventions to each person's needs and goals, emphasizing collaborative treatment planning and practical skills that fit the client’s life.

Evidence-informed approaches for online care

Erin Chu integrates several evidence-informed approaches to support clients in an online setting. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and build psychological flexibility by learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while taking meaningful action - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, offering concrete strategies for symptoms like depression, anxiety, and mood concerns. Mindfulness-based techniques teach present-moment awareness and gentle self-observation, which can reduce reactivity and support coping with chronic pain, grief, and emotional distress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Erin works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts techniques over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers practical flexibility - it makes it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, access care from home or other locations, and maintain continuity of support. Licensed professionals can use these formats to deliver structured treatment, teach skills, and provide ongoing guidance in ways that align with a client’s day-to-day life.