Erica Thurlow, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Erica Thurlow

Focus areas

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

Insomnia

Stress Management

Emotional Disturbance

Peer Relationship Struggles

Suicidal Tendencies

Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy

Relationship Struggles

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Couples

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Adlerian

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Attachment-based

Interpersonal

Family Systems

Psychoanalytic

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Erica Thurlow

You don’t have to figure it all out alone. Therapy is a space where we can slow down and make sense of what’s been feeling heavy or confusing. I work with individuals and couples navigating anxiety, relationship stress, ADHD, and trauma, using a grounded, compassionate approach that blends practical tools with deeper emotional insight. If you’re ready to feel more connected, supported, and empowered, I’d be honored to work with you. My approach My approach to therapy is warm, validating, and down-to-earth, with a touch of directness to help you get unstuck and move forward. I work collaboratively, helping you feel grounded and safe while we explore what’s going on beneath the surface. I’ll gently challenge unhelpful patterns with compassion and curiosity, not judgment, so you can better understand yourself and make meaningful changes. In sessions, I’ll offer practical tools to manage stress, improve communication, and build emotional resilience, while also helping you reflect on how past experiences may still be influencing your present. I believe in focusing on your strengths, clarifying your values, and fostering accountability in a supportive way. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, ADHD, or healing from trauma, I meet you where you are and walk alongside you, honoring your pace, your story, and your capacity for growth. My focus I work best with adults and couples who feel stuck in cycles of over-functioning, emotional shutdowns, or communication breakdowns—especially those carrying unresolved family dynamics or the weight of past trauma. Many of my clients are insightful, empathic, and driven, but still find themselves overwhelmed by anxiety, burnout, or strained relationships. I offer a grounded, nonjudgmental space where we can slow down, explore the roots of these patterns, and identify what’s keeping you disconnected from yourself or others.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gender Affirming Counseling

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gender Affirming Counseling

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Jose

Education and training

Hope International University (HIU), Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy

NPI number

1467141713

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Erica Thurlow?

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Is Erica Thurlow accepting new patients?

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What practice does Erica Thurlow work with?

Erica Thurlow works with Rula Health - San Jose.

What are common reasons for patients to see Erica Thurlow?

Erica Thurlow 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 Thurlow on their profile.