George Erickson , LCSW

George Erickson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Missouri with 20 years of professional experience. He focuses on helping people manage stress and anxiety, cope with addictions, work through trauma and abuse, and navigate grief and loss. He approaches care from a strengths-based perspective, believing that each person is the expert of their own story and that existing strengths can be built on to meet current challenges.

Erickson recognizes that beginning therapy takes courage and honors the step of reaching out. He applies evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients develop practical coping skills, improve relationships, and address emotional and behavioral concerns at a pace that fits their needs. His practice supports a wide range of issues including mood, relationship, and life-transition challenges.

He accepts new clients, including international clients, and offers flexible options for connecting. Erickson aims to partner with people who are ready to take the first step toward change and growth, providing steady guidance as they work toward their goals.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Online Therapeutic Support

George Erickson uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on building practical coping skills for stress and anxiety. These skills-oriented strategies help people learn ways to manage overwhelming thoughts, reduce emotional reactivity, and handle day-to-day pressures more effectively.

He also employs trauma-informed and strengths-based methods that help individuals process experiences of trauma, abuse, or loss while identifying and applying personal resources. This approach supports healing by honoring the client’s existing strengths and pacing work according to each person’s readiness.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Erickson works collaboratively with clients to determine which techniques best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting methods over time as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Erickson is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility to match varied schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier for people to access licensed professionals and maintain continuity of care across different life circumstances.