Cognitive behavioral therapy
Looking at the relationship between thoughts, feelings and behaviors, and practicing skills you can bring into daily life.
MEET YOUR THERAPIST
Hi, I’m Erika. I’m glad you’re here.
Erika Barker, LMFT
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist · California LMFT #165219 · Verify license (opens in a new tab)
- MA, Clinical Psychology, Antioch University Los Angeles, 2022
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Hermosa Beach. I see children from age 7, teens, adults up to 40, and parents, in person in Hermosa Beach and virtually anywhere in California.
I bring warmth, curiosity and a deep respect for the courage it takes to ask for help. My aim is to create a space where you can be honest, explore difficult things and feel understood without judgment.
My work includes support for anxiety, depression, postpartum depression and anxiety, ADHD and OCD. We’ll work together at a pace that respects your needs.
Erika practices with South Bay Child and Family Therapy (opens in a new tab).
MY APPROACH
Grounded in understanding. Shaped around you.
Psychodynamic therapy
Exploring how your experiences and relationships have shaped the patterns you notice today.
Attachment-based work
Understanding how we connect with others and what helps us feel safe, supported and understood.
WHAT TO EXPECT
A conversation. At your own pace.
The first few sessions give us a chance to get to know each other. We’ll talk about what brought you in, what feels difficult and what you hope might change. You don’t need to tell your whole story at once.
For parents seeking support for a child or teen, the consultation is a place to begin discussing your concerns and ask how therapy might help.
Free phone consultation
15 minutes
Call or send a request. We talk briefly about what’s going on and whether I’m a good fit.
First session
45 to 90 minutes
We get to know each other and talk about what brought you in and what you hope will change.
Ongoing sessions
45 to 90 minutes
We work toward your goals together and adjust the plan as we go.
A FREE CONSULTATION
Start with a conversation. We’ll go from there.
You don’t have to have it all figured out. The first step is a free 15-minute phone call.
Accepting new clients · Typical wait: 1 week