- Client-centered care
- Focus on practical steps
- Trauma and grief support
About Lonnie
Dr. Lonnie Erskine is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in South Carolina with nine years of clinical work. She helps people who are coping with trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, and struggles with self-esteem and motivation. She creates space for people to speak honestly and to be heard without judgment.
Dr. Erskine focuses on practical ways to handle hard moments. She uses straightforward conversation to help people notice patterns, try different responses, and build confidence. Sessions often include steps to manage upsetting memories, reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety, and improve daily functioning.
She also supports people navigating parenting stress, relationship and intimacy concerns, addiction, and career strain. Her work includes attention to attention-deficit challenges, compassion fatigue, and adjustment after major life changes. She can talk through issues tied to aging, caregiver stress, cancer, and attachment difficulties.
Her approach blends client-centered work with cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness. Motivational interviewing helps when someone wants to shift habits but feels stuck. These methods are used to set realistic goals and practice small, achievable changes.
People who choose Dr. Erskine will find a calm, nonjudgmental presence and an emphasis on practical steps. She encourages gradual progress and supports clients as they test new ways of coping. Those curious about starting can use the site to begin the intake process.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what you say. The therapist makes room for you to describe your experience and helps you identify what matters most. This approach is helpful for people who want a supportive space to sort through feelings and make decisions.Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions interact. It uses practical exercises and small behavioral changes to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and trauma-related distress. CBT often includes homework so progress continues between sessions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will help you choose methods based on your needs, goals, and what feels comfortable. Treatment is collaborative, with adjustments made as you notice what helps and what does not.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific options. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, shorten commute time, and allow for brief check-ins during a workday. It also lets people use mindfulness and CBT exercises in real-world settings where problems occur, helping to apply new skills outside the session.
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Experience
9+ years
Credentials
South Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Dr. Erskine address?
She works with trauma and abuse, grief, parenting stress, self-esteem difficulties, depression, addictions, and related issues such as compassion fatigue and ADHD.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is conversational and supportive, emphasizing listening and practical steps to change unhelpful patterns and build confidence.
What is her professional background?
She has nine years of professional experience and uses approaches like client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) licensed in South Carolina and practices there.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted for sessions.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with Dr. Erskine?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapists availability.