
Erika Branch
(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA)
I believe in a ‘love yourself, love myself’ mentality where you’re in control of your own outlook on life — you are player 1 in your own game.
Erika Paulyne Branch is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate licensed in the state of North Carolina who has over 2 years of experience working with teens and adults to create positive behavior change, overcome barriers to success, as well as helping with depression, anxiety, life adjustments, anger management, and life skills. She graduated from Appalachian State University, where she obtained her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Social Work. Erika utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside motivational interviewing, mindfulness techniques, strengths-based interventions, play therapy, and art therapy techniques to encourage personal growth while creating a comfortable and safe environment for her clients. Erika enjoys working to create an empowering atmosphere during therapy, allowing each individual to take charge of their own emotions and begin creating the best ‘you’ possible while exploring creative, artistic, and new ways to think about everyday life.
Practice hours (EDT)
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
- Anger Issues
- Anxiety
- Burnout
- Conflict Resolution
- Depression
- Life Transitions
- Peer Difficulties
- Perfectionism
- Performance Anxiety
- Personal Growth
- Relationship(s) with Friends/Roommates
- Relationship(s) with Parents/Children/Family
- Relationship(s) with Partner/Husband/Wife
- School Concerns
- Self-Esteem
- Social Anxiety
Age groups
- Teens (13-17)
- Young adults (18-30)
- Adults (31-64)
Treatment specialties
Therapeutic modalities
- Individual Therapy
Treatments
- Play Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Training
- Motivational Interviewing
Location
Remote options
- Chat
- Voice
- Video
Payment options
Insurance
In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies
- Aetna – North Carolina
- Blue Cross Blue Shield – North Carolina
- Cigna – North Carolina
- United Health Care – North Carolina
- In-network insurance
- Out-of-pocket
- I offer a free consultation
Credentials
Licenses
LCSWA
P018304, North Carolina
Education
Appalachian State University
MSW (Master of Social Work), 2022