Erika Rucker, LPC
LPC focused on trauma and relationships
- Trauma and addiction care
- Relationship and family focus
- CBT DBT EFT approaches
About Erika Rucker
Erika Rucker is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) based in West Virginia who works with individuals, families, and couples to address a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns. She focuses on problems such as stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief and depression, relationship and intimacy issues, eating and sleeping challenges, parenting and family dynamics, and difficulties with self-esteem and life transitions. Erika draws on a set of evidence-informed approaches including Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) to tailor care to each person’s needs.
Her practice emphasizes building a trusting therapeutic relationship as the foundation for meaningful work. Erika centers treatment around each client - listening closely to priorities, collaborating on goals, and selecting strategies that support skill-building, emotional insight, and improved daily functioning. She aims to help people find practical ways to cope with current challenges while also addressing underlying patterns that affect relationships and well-being.
Seeking counseling can be a courageous step, and Erika approaches that decision with respect and attentiveness to individual preferences. Her style blends compassion with structured techniques so clients can explore their experiences, develop new coping skills, and move toward clearer goals for their lives.
Her practice emphasizes building a trusting therapeutic relationship as the foundation for meaningful work. Erika centers treatment around each client - listening closely to priorities, collaborating on goals, and selecting strategies that support skill-building, emotional insight, and improved daily functioning. She aims to help people find practical ways to cope with current challenges while also addressing underlying patterns that affect relationships and well-being.
Seeking counseling can be a courageous step, and Erika approaches that decision with respect and attentiveness to individual preferences. Her style blends compassion with structured techniques so clients can explore their experiences, develop new coping skills, and move toward clearer goals for their lives.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen'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) Hypnotherapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Erika Rucker have?
Erika Rucker has 3 years of experience.
Is Erika Rucker a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LPC which stands for licensed professional counselor. License details are WV LPC 2332.
In which languages does Erika Rucker provide therapy?
Erika provides therapy in English.
Where is Erika Rucker located?
Erika is located in West Virginia.
How can I work with Erika Rucker as my therapist?
You can work with Erika through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Erika Rucker work with international clients?
Erika Rucker does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Erika Rucker 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.
Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care
Erika integrates Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into her online practice. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships influence current patterns and helps people improve connection, trust, and emotional safety within relationships. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy and respect, creating space for clients to explore their own goals and solutions while the therapist follows their lead. CBT is a practical, skills-oriented approach that helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Erika works collaboratively with clients to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and personal preferences. She combines listening and skill-building to tailor sessions so they feel relevant and useful.
Online therapy with licensed professionals offers flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to access care from home or other convenient locations, fit therapy into busy schedules, and maintain continuity of support when in-person visits are not possible.