Erica Thornton, LCSW

Erica Thornton, LCSW

Psychotherapist
MD
Hi there, I'm Erica! Hi! My name is Erica Thornton, and I am a licensed clinical social worker with a Master's in Social Work from the University of Maryland. I am passionate about helping clients navigate challenges and tap into their strengths. I take a person-centered approach; you're in the driver's seat! My approach My therapeutic approach is strengths-based and collaborative. I draw from CBT, DBT, and solution-focused modalities. My focus My ideal client is someone who is ready to explore what healing and growth mean to them, even if they don't know where to start. I enjoy working with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, interpersonal concerns, and self-esteem issues. My communication style I want all my clients to feel comfortable communicating with me. That means I may ask some clarifying questions to make sure I'm really understanding what you're saying. I want you to feel understood and know that your input is invaluable! My journey to mental healthcare I have always wanted to help people but wasn't sure how to make a real impact. Therapy gives me the opportunity to hold space for people. I love getting to know people and being part of their journey. It is a truly humbling experience that I don't take lightly. My goals for you We will explore your goals and come up with a step-by-step plan to get you there. We will also plan for any barriers that may arise. We can always revisit and restructure the goals if something isn't working for you. Be honest with me-I'm your co-pilot! My first session with you During our first session, we will explore your reasons for seeking therapy, discuss your personal history and current challenges, and talk about the goals you want to work toward. I will explain my approach, and you can ask any questions you have!

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About Erica Thornton

Focus areas

Anxiety
Depression
Stress
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling
Therapy
Couples Therapy
Psychotherapy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Couples

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Culturally Sensitive
Person-Centered
Dialectical (DBT)
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Erica Thornton

Hi there, I'm Erica! Hi! My name is Erica Thornton, and I am a licensed clinical social worker with a Master's in Social Work from the University of Maryland. I am passionate about helping clients navigate challenges and tap into their strengths. I take a person-centered approach; you're in the driver's seat! My approach My therapeutic approach is strengths-based and collaborative. I draw from CBT, DBT, and solution-focused modalities. My focus My ideal client is someone who is ready to explore what healing and growth mean to them, even if they don't know where to start. I enjoy working with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, interpersonal concerns, and self-esteem issues. My communication style I want all my clients to feel comfortable communicating with me. That means I may ask some clarifying questions to make sure I'm really understanding what you're saying. I want you to feel understood and know that your input is invaluable! My journey to mental healthcare I have always wanted to help people but wasn't sure how to make a real impact. Therapy gives me the opportunity to hold space for people. I love getting to know people and being part of their journey. It is a truly humbling experience that I don't take lightly. My goals for you We will explore your goals and come up with a step-by-step plan to get you there. We will also plan for any barriers that may arise. We can always revisit and restructure the goals if something isn't working for you. Be honest with me-I'm your co-pilot! My first session with you During our first session, we will explore your reasons for seeking therapy, discuss your personal history and current challenges, and talk about the goals you want to work toward. I will explain my approach, and you can ask any questions you have!

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Mood Swings
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Worry
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Mood Swings
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • University of Maryland, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1669195236

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Erica Thornton frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Erica Thornton on their profile.

What languages does Erica Thornton speak?

Erica Thornton speaks English.

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