Erika Posey, LMSW
Erika Posey Licensed Master Social Worker
- Maternal infant focus
- CBT and DBT
- Strength based approach
About Erika Posey
Erika Posey is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) who brings seven years of clinical experience to her work with individuals and families. She completed an undergraduate degree in social work and a clinical master’s in social work, and she applies that training to support people across the lifespan, from newborns and toddlers to teens, adults, and older adults.
Erika has a specialty in maternal-infant mental health and focuses on strengthening parent-child relationships in early life. She offers support for trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, life transitions, adjustment challenges, family issues, parenting skills, and coping with the practical and emotional demands of everyday life. Her clinical toolkit includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and self-esteem building techniques.
Known for a calm, easy-going manner and a strength-based approach, Erika advocates for clients of all ages and works collaboratively to help them pursue healing and improved quality of life. She emphasizes practical skills and emotionally attuned strategies to help clients manage stress, relationships, addiction concerns, trauma, and other challenges on the path toward recovery.
Erika has a specialty in maternal-infant mental health and focuses on strengthening parent-child relationships in early life. She offers support for trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, life transitions, adjustment challenges, family issues, parenting skills, and coping with the practical and emotional demands of everyday life. Her clinical toolkit includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and self-esteem building techniques.
Known for a calm, easy-going manner and a strength-based approach, Erika advocates for clients of all ages and works collaboratively to help them pursue healing and improved quality of life. She emphasizes practical skills and emotionally attuned strategies to help clients manage stress, relationships, addiction concerns, trauma, and other challenges on the path toward recovery.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Erika Posey have?
Erika Posey has 7 years of experience.
Is Erika Posey a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker. License details are MI LMSW 6801114339.
In which languages does Erika Posey provide therapy?
Erika provides therapy in English.
Where is Erika Posey located?
Erika is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Erika Posey as my therapist?
You can work with Erika Posey through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Erika Posey work with international clients?
Yes, Erika Posey works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Erika Posey cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches that guide online care with Erika Posey
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape emotional patterns and connection. It helps people understand attachment needs, improve bonding in close relationships, and address issues like abandonment or attachment-related distress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the client’s perspective, offering a nonjudgmental, empathetic space where individuals steer the goals and pace of work; this approach supports self-esteem, decision making, and personal growth. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a skills-oriented approach that explores links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress through practical strategies and exercises.
Erika approaches treatment collaboratively, helping clients explore which combination of methods fits their needs, goals, and preferences. She works with each person to tailor interventions over time, adjusting techniques as progress and priorities evolve.
Online therapy with Erika is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, stay connected during life transitions, and receive ongoing support from licensed professionals without traveling to an office.