Erika is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, supervised by Lilliesha Grandberry,
M.Ed, LPC-S. Erika is a first-generation college graduate and a UNT alumna. She earned
both her B.S. in Integrative Studies (concentrations in Psychology, Business and Art)
and M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, from the University of North Texas.
She has worked at UNT in various departments, including TRIO Student Support Services
and College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (C.L.A.S.S.) Advising. In addition
to her work with the college population, Erika has counseling experience in intensive
outpatient (IOP) and residential treatment, community settings, group therapy, substance
use and behavioral addictions. Some of Erika’s clinical interests include grief/loss,
interpersonal relationships, anxiety, group therapy, addictions, First-Generation
college students, expressive arts, and spirituality. Erika believes in empowering
individuals through a client-centered approach and by providing a safe, affirming,
therapeutic space for clients.