Erika Lindgren, LPC

Erika Lindgren is a licensed professional counselor who helps people who are stressed, anxious, depressed, or coping with major life changes. She works with people facing mood disorders, addiction concerns, trauma, grief, and issues related to sexuality and gender identity. Erika aims to make therapy a calm, direct place to talk and find practical steps forward.

Erika uses straightforward, evidence-informed methods to help people build skills and notice what works. Sessions focus on improving communication, managing strong emotions, and reducing symptoms that get in the way of daily life. She pays attention to experiences connected to adoption and foster care, postpartum changes, and caregiver strain.

In practice, Erika blends Client-Centered care with cognitive-behavioral tools and motivational interviewing. That means listening first, then offering techniques to change unhelpful thoughts and small behavior shifts that add up over time. She also uses solution-focused ideas to set clear, achievable goals during therapy.

Her approach is collaborative and paced to the individual's needs. Erika encourages clients to test ideas between sessions and bring back what helped and what didn't. This makes each plan realistic and grounded in the client's life.

Erika holds the LPC credential, has nine years of clinical experience, and practices in Michigan. Sessions are conducted in English and she does not work with international clients. People considering support are invited to start with a simple matching questionnaire to find a time to meet.

How Erika’s Approaches Work Online

Erika uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a respectful, accepting space where clients set the pace and direction of sessions. This approach helps people feel heard and keeps sessions focused on what matters most to them.

She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. CBT provides practical exercises and real-world tasks that can reduce anxiety, manage mood symptoms, and address panic or social fears.

Finding the right approach is part of therapy. Erika discusses options with each person and tailors methods to fit their goals, preferences, and day-to-day needs. Treatment plans are decided together and adjusted over time as progress and priorities change.

If you are considering online work, check the current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow quick check-ins during a workday break. They also let people use written homework and in-session practice that translate directly into daily life. Licensed professionals, including therapists in Michigan, will help you choose the best setup for your situation based on your goals and practical needs.