- Trauma and grief
- Self esteem work
- CBT and mindfulness
About Lonnie
Dr. Lonnie Erskine is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in South Carolina with nine years of clinical experience. She focuses on issues often faced in early adulthood such as self-esteem, motivation, depression and anxiety, and also works with trauma and grief. She also supports concerns around parenting, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and ADHD.
Her approach is straightforward and person-focused. She listens first, then helps people identify small steps they can take. Sessions aim to make difficult feelings easier to talk about and to build practical coping skills for everyday life.
Dr. Erskine uses methods drawn from Client-Centered Therapy to keep conversations grounded in the client's experience. She also integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to challenge unhelpful thoughts and Mindfulness techniques to strengthen moment-to-moment awareness. Motivational Interviewing is used when people want help finding drive and direction.
She has worked with a wide range of concerns beyond early adult themes, including grief, family stress, eating and anger problems, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue. Additional focus areas include attachment and abandonment worries, autism and Asperger Syndrome, caregiver stress, and dissociation.
People who choose her often seek a therapist who listens without judgment and helps set clear, achievable goals. She practices in South Carolina and conducts sessions in English. The first step is a brief matching questionnaire and scheduling a session to see if the fit feels right.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Dr. Erskine draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT helps people manage depression, anxiety, and problems that get in the way of daily life by breaking larger issues into concrete steps. She also uses Mindfulness Therapy, which teaches attention to the present moment and simple breathing or noticing practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus. Client-Centered Therapy is part of her work as well, which means conversations are guided by the person's own priorities rather than a rigid agenda.Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Over the first few sessions they review what methods help and adjust the plan together so sessions match real needs and daily schedules.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking because formats are not listed in the biography. Ask about what kinds of remote sessions are available and choose what fits your routine. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. Therapists and licensed professionals can help tailor session length and focus so therapy fits into work, school, or caregiving commitments without promising a specific format.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
South Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with trauma and abuse, grief and loss, parenting concerns, self-esteem, depression, addictions, ADHD, and related issues listed in her profile.
How would you describe her therapy style?
She practices a person-focused style that listens first and then helps set practical steps. Techniques include client-centered conversation and skill-building work.
How much experience does she bring?
She has nine years of professional experience working with a broad range of mental health concerns.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in South Carolina.
Is therapy available in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to try a session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
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