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- Stress and anxiety
- LGBT concerns
- Trauma and abuse
About Ericka
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) with five years of experience. Ericka Elder Ortega is based in Utah and helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, and issues related to LGBT identity. She also addresses self-esteem and concerns stemming from trauma and abuse.
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide conversations about feelings and behavior. Sessions focus on identifying what’s causing distress and building practical ways to manage it. She aims to make sessions straightforward and focused on small, usable steps.
Ericka has worked with people who face abandonment fears, eating and food-related struggles, guilt and shame, mood disorders, and challenges around self-love. She also supports women and young adults on matters that affect their mental wellbeing. Her five years of practice include working through symptoms and daily life stresses.
In a session she encourages open talk about thoughts and feelings without judgment. The therapist helps clients set goals and try approaches that fit their situation. Progress is measured in concrete changes and clearer coping skills.
To begin, a person completes a short matching questionnaire and schedules a first session. The subscription used for sessions can be canceled at any time, and the cost varies with location.
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How evidence-based techniques are used in online sessions
Ericka uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide work on symptoms and everyday stress. Cognitive approaches help people recognize unhelpful thinking patterns and try alternative ways of thinking. This can reduce anxiety and improve mood by changing responses to stressful situations.Behavioral strategies focus on practical actions - for example building small routines, activity changes, or gradual exposure to feared situations. These techniques are useful for depression, anxiety, and mood-related challenges. Trauma-informed conversational work addresses past hurt and aims to reduce its current impact on functioning and relationships.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist collaborates with each person to pick methods that match their goals and preferences. Plans are adjusted over time based on what helps and what doesn’t, so the work stays practical and focused.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since formats are not specified here. In practice, online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Confirm the current session options and scheduling details when you set up the first appointment.
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Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Indiana, Utah
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, and LGBT-related concerns. Additional focuses include self-esteem, trauma and abuse, and eating and food-related issues.
What style or approach does she use?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and focuses on practical steps. Sessions aim to identify causes of distress and build manageable coping strategies.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has five years of professional work experience as a counselor. That experience includes addressing mood disorders, guilt and shame, and motivation concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds LMHC and LCMHC credentials and is licensed in Indiana and Utah. Her practice is based in Utah.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and is tied to a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Prices are not listed here and may differ by region.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.