What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
About Erika Merla
Focus areas
Anxiety
Psychotherapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Therapy
Depression
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Families
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Emotionally Focused
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Family / Marital
Dialectical (DBT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
Hispanic or Latinx
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
Getting to know Erika Merla
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, stress, or trauma that is currently affecting your thoughts and emotions? Is something presently interfering with your life and you need help making sense of it? Counseling can help you address your concerns and provide a supportive environment to share your experience without judgment.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Therapist with 16 years of experience working with youth and adults from diverse populations. I take pride in assisting clients with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief and loss, and identity issues. Together we can identify what you want to experience and explore what is holding you back. We will work together to develop new tools that can assist you in breaking unhelpful patterns and getting on a path toward living the life you want. I offer appointments online and in person if you reside in the Brownsville, TX area.
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After scheduling your appointment through Zocdoc, you will receive a follow-up email from Tava with instructions to complete the necessary registration in our patient portal, including insurance and payment details. Placing a credit card on file is required to process insurance billing and any applicable deductible-related charges. Please complete your registration within 24 hours to ensure a smooth check-in and avoid delays in accessing care. If registration is not completed in time, we may not be able to verify your insurance coverage, which could result in unexpected out-of-pocket costs for your visit. Per our office policies, a fee may be charged for missed appointments or late cancellations.
Popular visit reasons
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Depression
Gender Affirming Counseling
Panic Attack
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Depression
Gender Affirming Counseling
Office location
Erika Merla, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1275365751
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Overall rating
5.00
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How soon can I make an appointment with Erika Merla?
Generally, Erika Merla has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Erika Merla's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Erika Merla accepting new patients?
Erika Merla generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Erika Merla's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Erika Merla accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Erika Merla online?
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What practice does Erika Merla work with?
Erika Merla works with Tava Health.
Where is Erika Merla's office located?
Erika Merla has 2 office locations, including in Broaddus and Cameron, view full addresses on Erika Merla's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Erika Merla?
Erika Merla frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Erika Merla on their profile.
What languages does Erika Merla speak?
Erika Merla speaks English and Spanish.