Erika Johnson, LCSW
Erika Johnson LCSW for stress and recovery
- Stress and anxiety support
- Addictions and recovery guidance
- Relationship and self-esteem work
About Erika Johnson
Erika Johnson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Clinician Addictions Counselor (LCAC) practicing in Indiana with 24 years of professional experience. She works with clients across the lifespan to address stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, self-esteem challenges, and depression, and she also offers both individual and couples counseling. Erika’s approach centers on recognizing each person as the expert in their own story and building on existing strengths to navigate life’s difficulties and transitions.
Her training as an LCSW means she holds a clinical social work license to provide psychotherapy, and her LCAC credential reflects specialized licensure in addictions counseling. Those combined perspectives inform practical, empathy-driven work with clients coping with mood and personality issues, substance use, communication problems, isolation, caregiver stress, and questions around life purpose and midlife shifts.
Erika emphasizes courage and momentum in beginning therapy and frames the first steps as achievements worth recognizing. She aims to support clients through motivation, skill-building, and collaborative goal-setting, offering a steady presence as people pursue more fulfilling, balanced lives. Erika approaches each relationship with respect, patience, and a focus on actionable change.
Her training as an LCSW means she holds a clinical social work license to provide psychotherapy, and her LCAC credential reflects specialized licensure in addictions counseling. Those combined perspectives inform practical, empathy-driven work with clients coping with mood and personality issues, substance use, communication problems, isolation, caregiver stress, and questions around life purpose and midlife shifts.
Erika emphasizes courage and momentum in beginning therapy and frames the first steps as achievements worth recognizing. She aims to support clients through motivation, skill-building, and collaborative goal-setting, offering a steady presence as people pursue more fulfilling, balanced lives. Erika approaches each relationship with respect, patience, and a focus on actionable change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
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 Erika Johnson have?
Erika Johnson has 24 years of professional experience.
Is Erika Johnson a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: IN LCSW 34004913A.
In which languages does Erika Johnson provide therapy?
Erika provides therapy in English.
Where is Erika Johnson located?
Erika is located in Indiana.
How can I work with Erika Johnson as my therapist?
You can work with Erika through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Erika Johnson work with international clients?
Erika Johnson does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Erika Johnson 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Erika Johnson integrates several practical therapeutic approaches into her online practice to meet a range of needs. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and creating a supportive environment where clients’ perspectives guide the work - it is especially useful for building self-esteem and clarifying personal values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets the relationships between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, offering structured strategies to reduce anxiety, manage depressive patterns, and change unhelpful habits. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be helpful for mood challenges, relationship conflicts, and impulse-driven concerns.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Erika works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods fit their goals, preferences, and day-to-day realities, and she adjusts the plan over time as progress unfolds. Clients are invited to participate actively in shaping the work so it feels meaningful and achievable.
Online therapy with Erika is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These options allow clients to engage from home or other convenient locations, fit sessions into busy schedules, and maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are not possible, while working with licensed professionals experienced in these modalities.