Erin King

My communication style

My communication style is direct but compassionate. I create a down-to-earth tone that encourages authenticity. I hope it will feel invigorating and refreshing to work with me.

My journey to mental healthcare

A member of my family has a serious mental illness. Trying to understand them was my first foray into mental health. I soon realized that I was fascinated by the human mind and that I loved this work. Undoing the damage of trauma is so important to me. Abuse of various forms is so prevalent that it's a social justice issue to me.

My goals for you

After asking about your history, I ask about coping skills and goals for treatment. Addressing coping skills at the outset is crucial when doing trauma work. It's your agenda, not mine, that informs the work we do at every stage.

Our first session

It's an opportunity for us to get to know each other. I'll ask a lot of questions and give you the opportunity to ask me questions. I'll ask about what is important to you, what your history is, how you cope, and what you want to achieve in therapy. If you need a break, that's fine. If you don't want to answer a particular question, that's fine.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White
• Spiritual