Erika Butler, LCSW

Erika Butler is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, and substance-related problems. She writes clear, practical goals with each person and focuses on strengths people already have. Erika works from a direct and warm style that aims to make sessions feel respectful and accessible.

She combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered methods, and solution-focused techniques to tailor care to each situation. That means she helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and try small behavior changes, while also listening closely to what matters most to them. Sessions often focus on doable steps that fit into daily life.

Erika has worked in social work settings for many years and brings 28 years of experience to her practice in New York. Her background includes supporting people facing grief, medical and life changes, fertility and cancer concerns, and issues related to sexuality and HIV/AIDS. She also addresses parenting strain, career questions, and communication difficulties.

When addiction or mood concerns appear, she helps clients break them down into manageable goals and problem-solving steps. She uses a strengths perspective to build on what already works for each person and to reduce shame around setbacks.

People who choose Erika can expect a collaborative process. Together they create a plan and review progress over time. She offers sessions that aim to be straightforward, compassionate, and focused on practical change.

How her approaches translate to online therapy

Erika uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify thinking patterns that fuel anxiety, low mood, or unhelpful behaviors and then try small, practical changes. CBT is useful for stress, mood concerns, and many eating or addiction-related challenges.

She also practices client-centered therapy, which emphasizes listening and responding to each person's experience. That approach helps people feel heard and shapes therapy around their priorities and values.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative step. Erika will discuss goals, preferences, and day-to-day realities to decide which methods to use and will adjust the plan as progress is made.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs. Video is good for longer, interactive work while phone calls can be easier when video is not practical. Live chat or messaging can support quick check-ins, brief skill practice, or flexible contact between longer sessions. These options help make therapy more accessible and adaptable to busy lives.