Erin Hamer , LCSW

Erin Hamer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California with nine years of clinical experience. She earned both a Bachelor degree and a Master of Social Work from Clark Atlanta University with a concentration in Health and Mental Health, and she approaches therapy with empathy and steady support. Clients have reported that they find her nonjudgmental, relatable, and honest, qualities she brings to work with people from many different backgrounds.

Her clinical work has focused on relationship and family concerns, anger management, self-esteem, career challenges, women’s issues, spirituality, coping with life changes, and trauma and abuse. She is experienced addressing LGBTQ+ issues and has provided faith-informed counseling for clients seeking Christian-centered support; she has also worked with people who prefer a counselor of color. Additional areas of focus include adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, chronic illness and disability, control issues, infidelity, life purpose, multicultural concerns, and young adult issues.

Erin integrates Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to tailor treatment to each person’s goals and strengths. She has provided services by phone, video, and text and has often scheduled sessions in the evenings to accommodate clients. She is a licensed professional in California - LCSW, CA LCSW 69469.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Erin Hamer

Erin draws on Client-Centered Therapy to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the client's perspective and strengths guide the work. This approach helps people explore values, build self-understanding, and feel heard during transitions or relationship challenges.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT can be effective for managing anxiety, depression, stress, and everyday coping skills by teaching practical strategies and structured problem solving.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) is another approach Erin integrates for couples or individuals working on attachment and intimacy issues. EFT focuses on understanding emotional responses and improving connection in close relationships.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the collaborative process. Erin works with clients to determine which methods align best with their needs, goals, and preferences and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for busy schedules and for those who prefer remote care. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to access licensed professionals when in-person visits are not feasible.