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Dr. Erin Johnson

Compassionate, collaborative therapy focused on practical skills

SC Psychologist 1125, CA Psychologist 35730 California

Experience
8 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Erin

Dr. Erin Johnson offers collaborative psychotherapy for people navigating stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, low self-esteem, and life transitions.

Background and approach

As a licensed psychologist practicing in California, she draws on eight years of clinical experience to help clients identify practical steps forward and build on existing strengths. Her style emphasizes warmth, respect, and sensitivity while avoiding stigmatizing labels.

She uses a mix of evidence-informed methods, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), client-centered techniques, mindfulness practices, and solution-focused strategies. Dr.

Johnson values working together with each person to tailor interventions to their goals, whether the focus is coping with grief, parenting challenges, career stress, panic, postpartum mood concerns, or issues tied to family of origin and multicultural contexts. She also addresses areas like communication problems, commitment concerns, money and financial stress, and caregiver burden.

Clients can expect a compassionate, interactive approach that emphasizes practical skills, self-compassion, and mindful awareness. Dr.

Johnson supports people as they explore purpose, resolve control or forgiveness issues, and develop tools to manage emotional ups and downs and everyday challenges.

Approaches That Translate Well to Online Therapy



Dr. Johnson blends cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness therapy in ways that translate clearly to remote formats. CBT focuses on identifying and testing unhelpful thoughts and building skills to shift behaviors, which can be practiced through structured exercises and homework between sessions. Mindfulness therapy emphasizes present-moment awareness and gentle attention to bodily sensations and emotions, offering practices like brief meditations and breathing exercises that clients can use throughout their day.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Dr. Johnson works with each person to explore what methods feel most useful given their symptoms, goals, and preferences, and she adapts strategies over time based on progress and feedback.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, maintain continuity during transitions, and practice skills in real-world settings while staying connected with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
Areas of focus include stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and communication problems, self-esteem, grief, parenting, anger, career concerns, and related issues such as panic attacks, postpartum depression, and multicultural concerns.
How would you describe the therapeutic approach and style?
The approach is collaborative and warm, emphasizing respect, sensitivity, and strength-based work. Methods include client-centered work alongside CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques to support practical change.
What is the therapist's clinical background and experience?
She is a licensed clinical psychologist with eight years of professional experience working with a broad range of emotional and life challenges.
Where is the therapist licensed and based?
She holds licensure as SC Psychologist 1125 and CA Psychologist 35730 and is based in California.
In what language are sessions conducted and can international clients be seen?
Sessions are conducted in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available for online work?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on their needs and preference.
How does pricing and payment work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

GriefParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficulties

Additional focus areas

Caregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesFamily of origin issuesFertility issuesForgivenessIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

South Carolina, California

Languages

English