Education: Erin received her Master of Science degree in Mental Health Counseling at Minnesota State University, Mankato (CACREP accredited) and completed her graduate practicum and internship here at MMFTC. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology with focuses on mental health services and human development and family studies from South Dakota State University.
Background: Before joining MMFTC, Erin worked with children ages 6-18 in childcare, frequently collaborating directly with their families, and supported undergraduate students in transitioning to college and adulthood. Outside of the office, Erin enjoys reading, quilting and embroidery, travel, and watching Minnesota sports with her husband and dog.
Focus and Approach: Erin provides therapy for youth ages 12 and up, adults, couples, and families. Growing up around farming, Erin learned the value of community, resilience, and lending a hand when it’s needed most. She carries that same appreciation for connection into her work, utilizing intersectional, strengths-based, and collaborative approaches. Erin appreciates the challenges that come with change and loss, whether everyday or life-altering, and working with long-term and short-term mental health conditions. She utilizes evidence-based approaches including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and person centered approaches.
Areas of interest include (but are not limited to):
Grief and loss
Couples/Relationships
Depression and Anxiety
Autism and ADHD
LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC
Parenting
Youth ages 12 and up
