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Richard Erlien, LMFT

Richard Erlien, LMFT

Psychotherapist
CA
4.47
“Rick is a perfect fit for what I‚Äôm going through. Straightforward approach to handling the best direction of care. I‚Äôve learned a great deal about myself having Rick as my therapist.”
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4.47
“Rick is a perfect fit for what I‚Äôm going through. Straightforward approach to handling the best direction of care. I‚Äôve learned a great deal about myself having Rick as my therapist.”
Less than 1 month ago
“Rick cares. That‚Äôs a great thing. If everything is going great or I don‚Äôt know what to say, he goes ‚Äúhow about some music?‚Äù and then makes up a song on his piano on the spot. He‚Äôs easy to talk to and good at his job. Solid advice and then the music therapy keep me coming back!”
Less than 1 month ago

About Richard Erlien

Focus areas

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Stress Management
Cognitive Therapy
Stress

Clientele seen

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

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Richard Erlien

Hi there, I'm Rick! Rick Erlien, LMFT. PRACTICAL HELP. RESULTS ORIENTED. Would you like a happier life? I can help you understand what is going wrong, recognize your strengths, and find solutions. My approach I utilize a Solution Focused approach along with Cognitive Behavior Therapy. In addition, if you like, I offer Music Therapy Healing (you do not have to be a musician). I can help you stop repeating old patterns, make positive changes, know what to do about it, and feel in control. I use an integrative approach as described above. Music Therapy Healing is an option that helps if you are feeling down, anxious, or stressed to feel better quickly. My focus I can help you if you are feeling down, depressed, anxious, or stressed-showing you what to do to feel better and have a happy, successful life. I also address other issues you may be experiencing and am happy to listen and make you feel heard. My communication style I set a positive, optimistic tone with clients. Clients can feel empowered and able to be authentically who they are. My journey to therapy I truly enjoy helping people and want to assist them the best I can. I believe all people have a genuine positive aspect to them. They only need to act on it and believe in the positive part of themselves. My goals for you I will help you identify the problem and develop solutions and goals to fix issues and feel better. My first session with you Clients can expect to feel heard and to have a sense of optimism about what the problem is and how to go about fixing it. I earned my Master's in Counseling from San Diego State University, which has equipped me with the skills and knowledge to support you effectively.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Cognitive Therapy
Depression
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Mood Swings
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Cognitive Therapy
Depression
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

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Practice names

Education and training

  • San Diego State University, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1295770642

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Rick is a perfect fit for what I’m going through. Straightforward approach to handling the best direction of care. I’ve learned a great deal about myself having Rick as my therapist.
Rick cares. That’s a great thing. If everything is going great or I don’t know what to say, he goes “how about some music?” and then makes up a song on his piano on the spot. He’s easy to talk to and good at his job. Solid advice and then the music therapy keep me coming back!
Rick is a perfect fit for what I’m going through. Straightforward approach to handling the best direction of care. I’ve learned a great deal about myself having Rick as my therapist.
Rick recommended very effective CBT resources. The exercises that he gave me to use outside of sessions were straightforward, direct, and approachable. He was determined to center sessions around effective CBT treatments, but that did sometimes make me feel like he was not interested in helping me to unpack issues that I struggled to describe in those terms.
Rick cares. That’s a great thing. If everything is going great or I don’t know what to say, he goes “how about some music?” and then makes up a song on his piano on the spot. He’s easy to talk to and good at his job. Solid advice and then the music therapy keep me coming back!
I feel like Rick really listens and takes the time to understand me and what I’m going through. I feel good when talking with Rick.
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Richard Erlien frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Richard Erlien on their profile.

What languages does Richard Erlien speak?

Richard Erlien speaks English.

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