Erin Chu , LCPC

Erin Chu is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and a Certified Clinical Telemental Health Provider. As an LCPC she holds a professional license to provide mental health counseling, and her telemental health certification indicates additional training in delivering care remotely. She creates a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere where people are encouraged to share at their own pace and feels comfortable addressing concerns across multiple areas of wellness.

Working primarily with individuals aged 17 and older, Erin approaches counseling through a multidimensional lens that considers emotional, cognitive, social, physical, and medical influences on well-being. Her practice includes support for depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, trauma and abuse, body image concerns, grief, toxic or difficult relationships, and the challenges of people pleasing and perfectionism. With a background in geriatric care, she is also experienced in helping clients navigate the emotional impacts of chronic pain, illness, and aging-related stress.

Erin uses an eclectic, client-centered approach and draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-based techniques, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindful Self-Compassion. She tailors these methods to fit each person’s goals, preferences, and life context, collaborating with clients to find practical strategies for coping, healing, and building resilience.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Erin Chu integrates several therapeutic approaches that translate well to online formats. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and take steps aligned with their values while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings - this approach can support those facing anxiety, depression, or life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to improve mood and coping skills - it is often used for anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and stress. Mindfulness-based techniques cultivate present-moment awareness and self-compassion, which can ease rumination, improve emotion regulation, and be especially helpful for chronic pain, grief, and trauma-related symptoms.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Erin works collaboratively with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts strategies over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video or phone and options for live chat or text-based messaging make it easier to access consistent care around work, caregiving, mobility, or geographic constraints. These formats allow licensed professionals to provide ongoing support and tailored interventions while accommodating each client’s schedule and communication style.