Erica Hayes, LPCC
Kentucky LPCC focusing on relationships and trauma
- Relationship and intimacy support
- Trauma and abuse care
- CBT DBT ACT approaches
About Erica Hayes
Erica Hayes is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) practicing in Kentucky with four years of professional experience. She earned her degree from the University of the Cumberlands and has focused her practice on relationship concerns, trauma and abuse recovery, intimacy-related issues, and depression. Erica approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to reflect the client’s individual needs and goals.
Her clinical work draws primarily from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), motivational interviewing, and person-centered methods. She selects approaches based on what will best support the work at hand, combining techniques when appropriate to address specific challenges. Erica also attends to a range of related concerns, including abandonment, attachment and family of origin issues, blended family dynamics, caregiving stress, commitment and communication problems, and body image or eating-related struggles.
Erica maintains a small caseload and has limited availability. Currently she offers limited hours on Sundays in the platform where she practices. She requests 24 hours notice for cancellations to allow time for other clients to schedule; no-shows or late cancellations may be reported to the platform and repeated missed appointments can lead to referral to in-person care or to another therapist. Because she keeps a small number of active clients, lapses in participation or payment that render a client inactive may affect the ability to rejoin her caseload later. Erica recognizes that beginning therapy takes courage and she aims to support clients as a collaborative partner in that process.
Her clinical work draws primarily from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), motivational interviewing, and person-centered methods. She selects approaches based on what will best support the work at hand, combining techniques when appropriate to address specific challenges. Erica also attends to a range of related concerns, including abandonment, attachment and family of origin issues, blended family dynamics, caregiving stress, commitment and communication problems, and body image or eating-related struggles.
Erica maintains a small caseload and has limited availability. Currently she offers limited hours on Sundays in the platform where she practices. She requests 24 hours notice for cancellations to allow time for other clients to schedule; no-shows or late cancellations may be reported to the platform and repeated missed appointments can lead to referral to in-person care or to another therapist. Because she keeps a small number of active clients, lapses in participation or payment that render a client inactive may affect the ability to rejoin her caseload later. Erica recognizes that beginning therapy takes courage and she aims to support clients as a collaborative partner in that process.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSex addictionSexualityWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Erica Hayes have?
Erica Hayes has four years of professional work experience as a licensed counselor.
Is Erica Hayes a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LPCC, which stands for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. License details: KY LPCC 280899.
In which languages does Erica Hayes provide therapy?
Erica provides therapy in English.
Where is Erica Hayes located?
Erica is located in Kentucky.
How can I work with Erica Hayes as my therapist?
You can work with Erica through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Erica Hayes work with international clients?
Erica Hayes does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Erica Hayes 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 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 and Online Care with Erica Hayes
Erica often draws on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical skills for changing behaviors and improving mood. CBT is useful for depression, anxiety, and many everyday challenges where thinking patterns influence feelings and actions.
She also uses dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) strategies to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT techniques can be especially helpful for managing intense emotions, improving communication, and navigating relationship conflicts.
Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is another approach Erica integrates, focusing on values-driven action and learning to live with difficult thoughts or feelings rather than getting stuck trying to eliminate them. ACT supports people facing life transitions, chronic stress, or persistent trauma-related distress.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Erica works collaboratively with clients to select methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts interventions over time as progress and priorities evolve.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to access care from varied locations and schedules. These options can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life while maintaining continuity of care with a licensed professional.