Erin Brown, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Erin!

I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. I have past experience working with clients in crisis intervention, foster care, adoption, disabilities, suicidal ideation, and anxiety. I help adolescents and young adults struggling with everyday stress and past trauma to help them feel more comfortable with themselves.

My focus

I bring empathy and patience to each session, allowing clients to feel understood and supported, especially when dealing with heightened distress. Additionally, my experience with varied backgrounds equips me with the skills to create a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients, enabling them to navigate challenging emotions and build coping skills

My approach

Together, we’ll make sense of what’s been holding you back and build more supportive ways of thinking. I offer practical tools and a collaborative approach to help you feel more confident, grounded, and supported in your day-to-day life.

My communication style

My goal is for you to feel truly seen and supported in our work together. I listen deeply, respond with empathy, and create space for you to reflect without fear of judgment. When you’re facing something challenging, I stay calm, patient, and right there with you.

My journey to mental healthcare

I went to graduate school in Irvine, CA, while working in behavioral therapy for children with autism. I then started working with students in high school before transitioning to a community clinic. I enjoy working with young children, teens, and young adults. Most recently, I have worked with people of all ages going through trauma.

My goals for you

We will work together to set your goals and what you would like to work on in therapy, whether that’s improving your relationships, finding new coping skills, or gaining more self-confidence. I am here to help you untangle your thoughts and gain more insight into your life.

Our first session

I want you to feel welcomed and at ease as we get to know each other. We’ll talk about what brought you to therapy, and I’ll ask some questions to understand your experiences and goals. I’ll explain how therapy can help, and we’ll go over what the process will look like. Most importantly, this is a time for you to share what feels comfortable.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American
Christian

Expertise

Specialties

Anxiety

Depression

Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum

Child Abuse or Neglect

+ 13 more

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Trauma Focused

+ 4 more

Focus populations

BIPOC

Educators

Police/Fire/First Responders

Single Mother

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Minors
Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Kaiser Permanente (Southern CA) - Commercial
USC PPO / EPO Plan

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Arts (MA) in Marital and Family Therapy from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Erin Brown