- CBT techniques
- Solution focused work
- Motivational interviewing
About Erika
Erika Torres is an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in California with 13 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on problems such as relationship strain, parenting stress, low self-esteem, career changes, grief, anxiety, and anger. Erika also supports people facing addiction, compassion fatigue, and challenges related to adoption, immigration, and postpartum concerns.
Erika uses straightforward, goal-oriented methods in session. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to help people spot unhelpful patterns and test small changes. Sessions tend to be direct but personable, with room for practical steps and a bit of humor when it fits.
Her approach emphasizes identifying strengths and building on them. She helps clients set clear goals and practice real skills between sessions. Conversations focus on what is happening now and what small actions could shift difficult patterns.
Erika has worked in a variety of settings over her career and brings that experience to common life challenges. She helps people navigate parenting strain, relationship conflict, career transitions, and the emotional toll of caregiving. She also addresses intimacy-related issues and body image concerns.
Expect a collaborative process that balances solutions and insight. Erika guides clients through practical exercises, thought work, and motivational conversations aimed at reducing stress and improving day-to-day functioning. If you want direct feedback and concrete strategies, her style is built around those outcomes.
How her approaches fit into online sessions
Erika commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy in her work. CBT involves identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new ways of thinking and acting to reduce anxiety, anger, or stress. Solution-Focused Therapy centers on clear goals and brief steps that create noticeable change, which can be useful for relationship problems and parenting challenges.Choosing the right mix of methods is a collaborative process. She will work with clients to decide which approaches match their goals and preferences, and adjust techniques as progress is observed. The focus is on practical changes and measurable steps rather than long theoretical discussions.
Confirm the current session options before booking, since formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and reduce travel time. They also allow for shorter check-ins when needed, or video conversations when more connection is helpful. Ask about which formats are offered so you can pick what best fits your daily life.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which concerns does she address related to anger?
She works with adults on anger linked to relationships, work stress, resentment, and intimacy-related issues.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is direct and practical, helping clients identify strengths, set goals, and practice skills between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 13 years of experience working in a variety of clinical settings.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LMFT licensed in California and practices with that credential.
Can sessions be conducted in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does she accept clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.