I believe in the power of therapy to help heal, restore, and encourage a greater understanding of ourselves and our stories. I believe that everyone has the potential to change and improve with encouragement, accountability, and support. I meet clients exactly where they are in their unique journey and help them focus and build on their strengths while working through their challenges.
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker with almost 20 years of experience working with individuals and groups of all ages. Currently my focus has been treating those who struggle with anxiety, depression, illness, self-esteem, trauma, parenting, relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with their other life challenges.
When not working, I love to spend time with my family (including my husband, 4 sons, & our german shepherd), read, color, write, listen to music, and explore parks.
Additional areas of focus: Trauma and abuse, Grief, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Adoption and Foster Care, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Blended Family Issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain illness and disability, Communication problems, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and Discrimination, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
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These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Erica Bankston. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Erica has completely changed how I feel about therapy. I used to be quite scared of opening up and letting myself be vulnerable but with Erica I have always felt safe and listened to. She creates a supportive, kind environment where she listens attentively, remembers what you have said but is also prepared to challenge you when you need it the most. Could not recommend her more.
Written on Jun 18, 2021 after therapy with Erica for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
She is absolutely amazing!!! I am blessed that I was paired with her!
Written on May 18, 2021 after therapy with Erica for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
Erica gives me the opportunity to get everything off my mind. She doesn’t make me feel judged nor silly for explaining the way I feel. She truly makes me feel normal when I feel so upside down inside out with my emotions. She has taught me different coping mechanisms that I never learned from therapy before.
Written on May 13, 2021 after therapy with Erica for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Erica is kind, compassionate, and listens without judging. I have recommended her services to several close friends and family members!
Written on Mar 16, 2021 after therapy with Erica for 9 months on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I was so anti counseling. But Erica really makes me feel like I’m just talking to a friend. She has helped me really get over my issues with therapists. I had such a bad experience a long time ago and I never went back. But the last several months were so bad I was worried about me. So I tried better help. I’m so glad I did. I can’t believe how much it helps.
Written on Jan 12, 2021 after therapy with Erica for 3 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
She is very kind, respectful and understanding. She takes time to truly listen and challenges me to work through my problems. I’ve already recommended better help to several people and I highly recommend Erika.
Written on Dec 30, 2020 after therapy with Erica for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and anger management