- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction support
- CBT and motivational work
About Elrick
Elrick Nelson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Louisiana with 25 years of clinical experience. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma and grief, and a wide range of emotional and life challenges. He is comfortable supporting people through depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, ADHD, and major life changes.
Elrick uses straightforward conversation to help people name what feels off and figure out small, realistic steps forward. Sessions are practical and focused on what matters most to the client. He draws on approaches such as Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to guide the work.
He often helps clients facing career strain, self-esteem issues, sleep and eating struggles, and the emotional fallout from divorce or loss. He also addresses complex themes like abandonment, caregiving stress, codependency, and substance use concerns. Those worried about identity or LGBT-related stress can find a direct, nonjudgmental conversation here.
Elrick aims to make the first session manageable: you can expect to talk about the problems that brought you in, what you want to change, and simple next steps. He encourages honest talk about fears, setbacks, and what’s realistic to try between sessions.
People who prefer clear language and concrete tools often do well with his style. He accepts international clients and holds sessions in English. If you want to learn more or begin, follow the site prompts to view online therapy options and complete the short intake questionnaire.
How his therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what a person says, helping them feel understood and decide their own next steps. It is useful when someone needs space to sort priorities, identity questions, or relationship concerns.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and uses practical exercises to change patterns. It can help with anxiety, depression, sleep and eating problems, and coping with life changes.
Motivational Interviewing is a short-term, goal-focused method that helps people find their own reasons for change. It is often used with addictions, ambivalence about treatment, and when someone wants to take the next step but feels stuck.
Elrick treats finding the right approach as a collaborative process. He will talk with the client about goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust the plan as needed. The aim is to pick straightforward tools that fit the person’s needs and preferences.
Session formats are not specified in his biography, so please confirm current online session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce the need to travel. Licensed professionals can adapt these methods to work over distance while focusing on practical steps and regular review of progress.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and grief, depression, LGBT concerns, relationship and intimacy issues, ADHD, and other life challenges listed in his profile.
What is his approach in sessions?
Sessions are conversational and practical, using Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to set goals and try concrete steps.
How much experience does he have?
He has 25 years of professional experience working with adults on a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Louisiana.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
Yes, he accepts international clients.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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