Erin Story, SW, NC | Psychotherapist

About Erin Story

Focus areas

Academic Stress

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Loneliness

Anxiety

Burnout

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Person-Centered

Dialectical (DBT)

Positive Psychology

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Relational

Identity

Gender

Female

Sexuality

Straight

Faith

Nonreligious

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Erin Story

You’re the one everyone counts on — at work, at home, in every crisis. The strong one. The successful one. But lately, it’s too much. Burnout is hitting hard. Even the smallest things feel overwhelming. You’ve done everything “right,” but you still feel like you’re falling apart. You might look calm on the outside, but inside you feel anxious, exhausted, and overwhelmed — like you’re constantly bracing for the next thing. You’ve pushed through for so long that burnout feels like your baseline. And now, even the usual coping tools just aren’t cutting it. I'm here to help you find calm in the storm. My goal is to help you find connection and compassion for yourself - to help you remember you're more than what you do.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Therapy with me is real, warm, and collaborative. I’m not a blank-slate therapist — I show up as a person, and I’ll meet you with empathy, humor, and honesty. This work isn’t about fixing what’s “wrong” with you. It’s about helping you relate to yourself with compassion and create a life that supports who you truly are — not just what you can achieve.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

Our sessions are a soft place to land. You don’t have to perform here. Together, we’ll unpack what’s beneath the overwhelm and build tools to regulate emotions, set boundaries, and reconnect with yourself. I use a relational, trauma-informed approach that includes mindfulness and somatic practices to help you feel grounded, safe, and present - even in chaos. In our first session, we'll spend our time getting to know each other. We'll talk about what challenges bring you to therapy, and set goals. You can ask me questions you have about my approach to therapy and get to know my personality. It's as much an opportunity for you to get to know me as it is for me to get to know you.

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In-network insurances

Aetna

BlueCross BlueShield

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance

Initial session: $137 for 60 minutes

Ongoing session: $137 for 55 minutes

Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay

More information on payments and coverage

I accept insurance plans from Aetna, Optum (Oscar, Oxford, UHC),BCBS NC, Cigna, and Quest Behavioral Health

Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Erin Story LCSW

Education and training

University of Tennessee, PhD in Social Work

NPI number

1548596364

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Erin Story?

Generally, Erin Story has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Erin Story's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Erin Story accepting new patients?

Erin Story generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Erin Story's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Erin Story accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Erin Story online?

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What practice does Erin Story work with?

Erin Story works with Erin Story LCSW.

What are common reasons for patients to see Erin Story?

Erin Story frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Erin Story on their profile.