Erica Velarde

LCSW, CCS
Accepting Clients

I strive to create a supportive, collaborative space where we work together to understand your challenges and find lasting solutions

Clinical Social Worker in Maine

Services

About My Clients

My ideal client is anyone between the ages of 17 and 50 who is ready to fully engage in therapy and take an active role in their personal growth and healing.

My Background and Approach

I’ve been in the mental health field for almost 20 years, and in that time, I’ve worked with people from all walks of life — from young kids who just want to feel heard, to adults trying to make sense of their past and create a better future. My work is rooted in psychoanalytic theory, which means I take the time to understand the deeper patterns and emotions that influence your thoughts and behaviors. No need to lie down on a couch (unless you want to), but we’ll definitely take a good look at the bigger picture to help you make lasting changes. I’m here to support you through challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and those life transitions that can feel overwhelming. You won’t find judgment in my office, just a safe space where we can talk openly about what’s really going on. I believe that healing doesn’t have to be all serious — we’ll explore tough emotions, but with a bit of humor and real-world strategies to help you feel better, faster. My goal is t

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

My personal belief is that everyone has the capacity to make meaningful changes, and there’s no one "right" way to navigate life. Often, we just need a safe space to process and contain our emotions, especially when they feel overwhelming or out of control.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Narrative Therapy Psychoanalytic Solution Focused Brief Therapy
Other Techniques
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment Theory
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy: Body-Based Healing for Emotional Trauma

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Anxiety Depression Parenting
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Out of Network
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: Less than a year
  • Rate: $60 - 110/session

Reach out to Erica