Erica Cardenas

My communication style

I've been told I am a bubbly, direct-but-kind therapist. I am always asking for client feedback to improve therapy for them. Overall, I describe my role as a mirror, a shield, and a sword. That is, I am a mirror to reflect thoughts and patterns, a shield to keep the information confidential, and a sword to provide needed tools (ie, skills).

My journey to mental healthcare

I have wanted to be a therapist for many years. My experience as a therapist includes working as a school-based therapist (K-12) and as a community-based therapist working with individuals ages 2-65. I believe in prevention and early intervention when possible, but it is never too late to take hold of one's goals and needs.

My goals for you

Together, we can identify your strengths, find ways to improve everyday life, and create a new understanding of what it means to have a healthy relationship with yourself and others. I am always excited to celebrate small wins, along with big wins.

Our first session

I use the first session to establish expectations, set goals, and begin getting to know each other through friendly conversation. I encourage the client to speak about past experiences with therapists and ask any questions they would like to know about me or my therapy style.

I identify as...

• Female, Cis
• Hispanic or Latinx
• Christian