- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Family of origin issues
About Ericka
Ericka Bassey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, LICSW, with 15 years of clinical experience in mental health settings. She works with concerns such as stress, anxiety, grief, anger, depression, addictions, and family issues including family of origin concerns. She also lists parenting, career strain, bipolar mood disorders, compassion fatigue, and coping with life changes among her focus areas.
Ericka trained at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where she earned her Master of Social Work in 1994 and later obtained her LICSW in 2010. Her background includes clinic, hospital, and community mental health work, so she is familiar with both short-term and longer-term supports. That mix of settings informs a practical approach when meeting someone for the first time.
In session she uses client-centered methods alongside evidence-based tools such as cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy. Mindfulness practices and motivational interviewing are also part of her work when relevant. She tends to work collaboratively, letting people describe what feels most urgent and workable.
People can expect straightforward conversations about patterns that started in childhood and how those patterns affect current life. She helps articulate concrete coping skills, step-by-step problem solving, and ways to manage mood or anxiety symptoms. She also addresses issues like abandonment, codependency, communication problems, and caregiver stress.
Sessions are offered in English and Ericka accepts international clients. Cost varies with location and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Ericka uses client-centered work, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) in ways that fit online sessions. Client-centered work focuses on listening and reflecting so people can name what matters and set goals. CBT looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches concrete techniques to change unhelpful patterns. DBT offers skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication when emotions run high.Deciding which approach to use is collaborative. She will talk with each person about their goals, what has helped before, and what feels most achievable. Together they pick methods and set small steps to try, then adjust as progress and new needs emerge.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce the time spent traveling to appointments. Many people find these practical benefits help them keep regular sessions and apply skills in daily life.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Minnesota, Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, anger, depression, addictions, and family concerns including family of origin issues and related communication problems.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a client-centered approach and combines it with practical skills from CBT and DBT to address symptoms and real-life problems.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 15 years of clinical experience and earlier social work practice since 1994, including clinic, hospital, and community mental health settings.
What credentials does she hold and where is she based?
She holds LCSW and LICSW credentials and practices from Minnesota.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
Yes, she accepts international clients.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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