Questions about starting therapy. Answered plainly.

Erika works with children from age 7, teens, adults up to age 40, and parents. Her areas of focus include anxiety, depression, postpartum depression and anxiety, ADHD and OCD. She draws on cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and attachment-based approaches, and adapts them to each person’s needs and goals.

Both. Erika sees clients in person at her office in Hermosa Beach and virtually anywhere in California. Many people choose based on schedule, travel time or comfort. You can talk through which format fits best during the free 15-minute phone consultation.

The free consultation is a 15-minute phone call. It is a chance to ask questions, share what you are looking for, and get a sense of whether working with Erika feels right. You do not need to know exactly what to say, and there is no commitment.

You can start with questions. The first sessions are a chance to get to know each other, talk about what brought you in, and decide what you would like to work toward. You do not have to share everything at once, and you can go at a pace that feels comfortable.

Erika’s fee is $225 for a standard session. A sliding scale is available, and other session options exist. Out-of-network insurance is accepted, and billing can be submitted for clients. The first 15-minute phone consultation is free.

Yes. Erika is accepting new clients, and the typical wait is about one week. The quickest way to start is to request a free consultation through the contact page or call 424-262-1970. She will talk with you about timing, format and fit before you book a first session.

Sessions with Erika run 45 to 90 minutes. A standard session costs $225, and other session options are available. The right length depends on age, goals and the kind of work you are doing, and you can talk it through during the free consultation.