- Empathetic listener
- Practical tools
- Focus on relationships
About Erin
Erin Hamer, LCSW, helps people who are wrestling with relationship stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. She is based in California and brings nine years of clinical experience to her work. Erin aims to create a straightforward, compassionate space where people can talk through what’s hard and find clearer next steps.
Erin uses an empathetic, nonjudgmental approach. She listens closely and meets people where they are. Sessions focus on practical tools and real conversation rather than jargon. Many people seek her help for relationship concerns, family conflict, self-esteem, career stress, and issues tied to identity and discrimination.
Her background includes a Master of Social Work from Clark Atlanta University and prior social work experience across diverse settings. She notes experience supporting people with trauma, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and adoption and foster care matters. That experience informs her flexible, person-focused style.
Erin draws on several methods to tailor care, including client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, emotionally-focused ideas, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused steps. She describes herself as relatable and honest, and aims to be practical when helping clients set goals and try new behaviors.
Sessions are offered in English and scheduled to match client needs. Erin asks people to pick a Start Therapy option, fill out a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule based on availability. She emphasizes collaboration and gradual progress during therapy.
How Erin’s Approaches Guide Online Work
Client-Centered work starts by focusing on what the person wants to address. The therapist listens closely and follows the client’s pace to build trust and clarity. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and try small behavior changes that affect mood and daily functioning. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Erin will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they adjust methods over time so sessions stay relevant and practical.
Confirm the specific session options before booking, since formats were not exhaustively listed in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy days, shorten check-ins when schedules demand, and reduce travel time. It can also allow people to use audio-only if they prefer less bandwidth or video if they want more face-to-face interaction. Licensed professionals typically work to make sessions comfortable and goal-focused so therapy can fit into everyday life.
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Primary focus
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
9+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Erin commonly help with?
She supports people facing relationship and family difficulties, anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem problems, and challenges tied to identity and discrimination. Adoption and foster care issues are also listed as a focus area.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is empathetic and nonjudgmental. She listens first, then offers practical steps and conversational guidance to help people reach goals.
What is her clinical and professional background?
Erin holds a Master of Social Work from Clark Atlanta University and has nine years of clinical experience as a licensed social worker.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She is a licensed clinical social worker in California (LCSW) and provides services from that state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working together?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.