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Elrick Nelson, LPC

Experienced Louisiana LPC supporting recovery and resilience
  • 25 years experience
  • Accepts international clients
  • Video phone and chat

About Elrick Nelson

Elrick Nelson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Louisiana with 25 years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, and grief and loss. He combines long-standing clinical experience with a calm, supportive presence to build a therapeutic space where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgment. Elrick emphasizes practical coping strategies and a collaborative relationship, working alongside each person to identify goals and move toward meaningful change.

He draws on approaches such as client-centered work, cognitive techniques, and mindfulness to tailor care to individual needs, attending to both immediate concerns and longer-term patterns that contribute to distress. Elrick values the courage it takes to begin therapy and aims to make that first step feel acknowledged and respected. He accepts clients in Louisiana and works with international clients, offering flexible ways to engage in treatment.

Throughout his practice, Elrick focuses on creating clarity and hope, helping people manage life transitions, repair relationships, and regain a stronger sense of balance and purpose. He holds Louisiana license LA LPC 3821 and brings a steady, solution-minded approach to each therapeutic relationship.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Hypnotherapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Elrick Nelson have?

Elrick Nelson has 25 years of professional experience.

Is Elrick Nelson a licensed therapist?

Yes. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC, licensed in Louisiana with license number LA LPC 3821.

In which languages does Elrick Nelson provide therapy?

Elrick provides therapy in English.

Where is Elrick Nelson located?

Elrick is located in Louisiana.

How can I work with Elrick Nelson as my therapist?

You can work with Elrick through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Elrick Nelson work with international clients?

Yes, Elrick works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Elrick Nelson cost?

Costs can vary based 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 is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help 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.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Elrick Nelson

Elrick integrates client-centered therapy to create a respectful, empathetic environment where each person’s experience guides the work; this approach is especially helpful for those seeking a supportive space to explore feelings and values. He also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and developing practical skills to manage symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and difficulties with coping. Mindfulness therapy is another tool he offers, teaching present-focused awareness and stress-reduction techniques that can help with emotional regulation and recurring worry.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Elrick collaborates with each client to determine which methods align with their goals, needs, and personal preferences, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure therapy stays relevant and effective for the individual.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - provide flexibility for scheduling and make it easier to maintain consistent care. These formats allow clients to engage in therapy from different locations and at times that fit their lives, while still working with a licensed professional committed to thoughtful, goal-oriented treatment.

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