Erin McNeff

A cornerstone of my treatment style focuses on strengths as a source for growth and healing. I believe that we all have innate qualities, strengths and abilities that can help guide us through difficult times and move to a more peaceful place in life.I do not want to learn only about the problems, but about the unique person because that is often where the best solutions lie. Anxiety, depression and trauma can be very overwhelming and interfere with the full potential of life. I often teach relaxation skills such as breathing techniques and guided visualizations. I help clients identify personal triggers, negative thoughts and identify new preferred thoughts to reduce symptoms. As a family therapist I also focus on relationships, exploring ways to improve patterns of communication to increase positive connections with others as I recognize the importance of healthy social connections. I have been working as a therapist for over 16 years with children, adolescents, adults and families in a variety of settings including residential, in-home therapy, private practice. I believe there are many avenues for people to seek and recieve support, and the online setting provides a unique expereince for client and counsleor to promote healing. I started my career as a teacher where recognized that many children were not meeting their full potential due to social and emotional needs, and that the best part of my day was when I could talk with students and learn about them as people. I returned school at the University of Houston and earned my Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy because I valued the strong emphsis on counseling skills and the recognition that our social connections are powerful influences on our pain and our healing. I look forward to working with you, learning about your unique strengths, struggles and finding a path to increased satisfaction in your life!