Erica Rosenthal , LMHC

Erica Rosenthal is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Washington with more than 15 years of experience supporting individuals and couples through a wide range of concerns. She holds licensing in mental health and in substance use disorders in Washington and has worked extensively with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, addictions, trauma, and issues related to self-esteem and motivation. Erica integrates evidence-based approaches into her work, drawing on foundational training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) while also using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Solution-Focused techniques, and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) as appropriate.

Her style emphasizes a collaborative, give-and-take relationship in which the therapist and client work together to identify goals and build practical skills. Erica frames change as a courageous process and aims to empower people to move toward a more fulfilling life by blending skill-building with compassionate support. She has experience addressing concerns such as PTSD, eating and body image issues, parenting and family challenges, grief, and co-occurring substance use and mental health conditions.

Erica is not currently accepting clients. She has noted limited appointment windows in the past, indicating availability primarily in morning and mid-afternoon times and not offering evenings or weekends.

Therapeutic Approaches and Virtual Care

Erica draws on several evidence-informed approaches to help people navigate emotional and behavioral challenges. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and developing practical strategies to change behaviors and mood; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, making it useful for intense emotions, relationship struggles, and self-destructive behaviors. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify values, accept difficult feelings without avoidance, and commit to meaningful action, which can support recovery from trauma, addiction, and life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Erica works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and she may combine techniques from different models to tailor care. Licensed professionals and therapists often adapt interventions to the client's pace and priorities.

Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility and easier access to consistent support. These options can make it simpler to attend sessions around daily responsibilities, maintain momentum between appointments, and receive timely help from a licensed professional when challenges arise.