Therapist profile
Dr. Lonnie Erskine, LPC
Dr. Lonnie Erskine, LPC - Parenting and trauma support
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- Client-centered care
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
About Lonnie
Dr. Lonnie Erskine is an LPC licensed in South Carolina with nine years of clinical experience. She focuses on concerns such as trauma and abuse, grief and loss, parenting struggles, motivation and self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and related challenges. She offers direct, practical help for people feeling overwhelmed by life changes or ongoing emotional strain.
Her approach begins with listening. She encourages people to describe what’s happening at home and at work, then works alongside them to identify small, concrete steps. Sessions emphasize clear goals and gradual progress rather than lengthy theory. Clients can expect straightforward conversation about what is getting in the way and what might help.
Dr. Erskine uses client-centered methods to follow each person’s lead and build on their strengths. She also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy to spot and shift unhelpful thinking patterns. Mindfulness practices are introduced when helpful to manage stress and increase present-moment awareness.
She pays attention to practical concerns such as parenting stress, relationship friction, and caregiving burden. People who feel stuck after loss, trauma, or major life transitions often seek her help to regain direction and coping skills. The tone in sessions is calm and focused on actionable steps.
To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Fees vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on following the client’s concerns and pace. Online sessions using this approach let the therapist listen and reflect, helping people clarify what matters and decide next steps. It suits goals like improving parenting routines or managing caregiving stress.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. In remote sessions, CBT can include worksheets, behavioral experiments, and structured check-ins to reduce depression, anxiety, or anger that affect home life.
Mindfulness Therapy introduces simple attention practices to reduce reactivity and increase awareness. These exercises can be short and practical, useful for people juggling parenting, work, and health concerns.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That may mean trying an approach for a few sessions and adjusting based on what helps.
The original profile does not specify which session formats are offered. Confirm the available session types before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day by removing travel time and allowing shorter or more frequent check-ins when needed.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
South Carolina
Languages
English
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What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with issues including trauma and abuse, grief, parenting stress, depression, anxiety, addiction, and self-esteem concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is client-centered and goal-focused. She listens first, then uses practical steps from CBT and mindfulness to address problems.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has nine years of professional work experience as a licensed counselor in South Carolina.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds the LPC credential and is licensed in South Carolina.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are offered in English to people within the supported region.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process of meeting with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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