- Addictions
- Trauma
- CBT and mindfulness
About Erin
Erin Arthur is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri with 31 years of experience. She works with adults on concerns such as addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, bipolar and mood disorders, depression, anxiety, relationship and family issues, grief, anger, and coping with life changes. Her work also covers chronic pain and illness, codependency, dissociation, domestic violence, substance use, and multicultural concerns.
Erin uses straightforward conversation to identify what is causing current problems. She draws on several therapy styles and matches the approach to each person's needs. Sessions focus on practical steps clients can use between meetings. The aim is to address the core issues that keep problems repeating.
Her methods include client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused tools. That mix is used to build better day-to-day coping, change unhelpful thinking, and increase motivation for recovery. Erin pays attention to patterns that come from family of origin and long-term stress.
She has a long history of working with trauma, post-traumatic stress, and addiction-related concerns. Erin also supports people dealing with chronic health issues, HIV / AIDS, seasonal mood shifts, and feelings of emptiness or lack of purpose. Her experience includes work with both adolescents and adults, though her current practice materials describe adult-focused issues.
If someone wants to begin, they complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Payment is handled through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How Erin’s approaches translate to online sessions
Erin uses client-centered methods that focus on understanding a person’s priorities and building a collaborative conversation. This style helps clarify what matters most and guides the rest of the work, which is useful for addressing relationship issues, self-esteem, and life transitions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another frequent tool. CBT breaks down unhelpful thoughts and patterns into manageable steps. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and for practical skills to manage stress and impulsivity.
Mindfulness techniques are combined with those approaches to help people notice their reactions and learn short practices for the moment. These tools can support mood regulation, chronic pain management, and reducing reactivity tied to trauma or grief.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Erin will collaborate with each client to choose approaches that match their goals, needs, and preferences. She aims to adapt the plan as progress is made and new needs appear.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit around school, work, or medical appointments. Others prefer shorter check-ins or sessions that do not require video for days when bandwidth or focus is limited. Ask about formats when you schedule your first session to pick what fits your routine.
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Experience
31+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she work with?
She supports adults with addictions, trauma and abuse, mood disorders, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship and family concerns, grief, anger, and coping with life changes.
How would she work with someone feeling lost after college?
She uses a mix of client-centered conversation, solution-focused strategies, and motivational interviewing to clarify goals and build practical steps for work, study, and identity questions.
What is her clinical background?
Erin has 31 years of professional counseling and case management experience, with long-term work in trauma, addiction, and mood disorders.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri and practices out of that state.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are used.
How does payment work?
Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; exact cost varies with location.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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