Erika Stanley
MA, LMHCA
Erika Stanley
Erika creates a grounded, compassionate space for clients to explore what’s difficult and rediscover their capacity for growth. Her work integrates psychodynamic therapy with deep relational attunement, emphasizing trust, authenticity, and self-acceptance in the healing process.
MA, LMHCA
Erika Stanley
MA, LMHCA
Erika Stanley
MA, LMHCA
Erika creates a grounded, compassionate space for clients to explore what’s difficult and rediscover their capacity for growth. Her work integrates psychodynamic therapy with deep relational attunement, emphasizing trust, authenticity, and self-acceptance in the healing process.
Erika Stanley
MA, LMHCA
Erika creates a grounded, compassionate space for clients to explore what’s difficult and rediscover their capacity for growth. Her work integrates psychodynamic therapy with deep relational attunement, emphasizing trust, authenticity, and self-acceptance in the healing process.
I work with adults, teens, couples, and parents who are struggling with life’s challenges. My training is in psychodynamic psychotherapy—an approach that considers how past experiences shape our current thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Research shows that the therapeutic relationship itself is one of the most powerful agents of change. With that in mind, my first focus is always building trust, safety, and empathy. As our work unfolds, I tailor my approach to your individual needs, helping you explore your story and find new ways to relate to yourself and others.
My goal is to create a space where you can show up as your authentic self—where thoughts and emotions that may have felt too heavy or unwelcome elsewhere can be seen, understood, and held with compassion.
Suffering is part of being human. I believe that recognizing pain as a natural part of life can bring immense relief and freedom. We all have a shadow side—parts that need attention and acceptance rather than avoidance.
In therapy, I aim to help clients not only tolerate discomfort but also discover how it shapes resilience, deepens understanding, and opens the door to genuine growth.
I hold an MA in Counseling Psychology from The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology and am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate in Washington State.
Before becoming a therapist, I taught weekly classes at a small K–8 cooperative school and currently work part-time as a fitness coach, integrating mind-body awareness into my approach. I’ve also worked in a partial hospitalization setting, supporting individuals with eating disorders, OCD, depression, and anxiety.
My own intensive therapeutic work has deeply informed my practice—it allows me to empathize with the courage and effort required for real healing.
I am a partner, mother, friend, sister, and daughter—roles that continually shape my understanding of love, connection, and personal growth. I know firsthand the joys and challenges of partnership, parenting, adoption, and blended families.
Outside of work, you’ll likely find me walking with headphones in, listening to podcasts or memoirs, or off on a spontaneous outdoor adventure (ideally one that wraps up by 7 p.m.).
I work with adults, teens, couples, and parents who are struggling with life’s challenges. My training is in psychodynamic psychotherapy—an approach that considers how past experiences shape our current thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Research shows that the therapeutic relationship itself is one of the most powerful agents of change. With that in mind, my first focus is always building trust, safety, and empathy. As our work unfolds, I tailor my approach to your individual needs, helping you explore your story and find new ways to relate to yourself and others.
My goal is to create a space where you can show up as your authentic self—where thoughts and emotions that may have felt too heavy or unwelcome elsewhere can be seen, understood, and held with compassion.
Suffering is part of being human. I believe that recognizing pain as a natural part of life can bring immense relief and freedom. We all have a shadow side—parts that need attention and acceptance rather than avoidance.
In therapy, I aim to help clients not only tolerate discomfort but also discover how it shapes resilience, deepens understanding, and opens the door to genuine growth.
I hold an MA in Counseling Psychology from The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology and am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate in Washington State.
Before becoming a therapist, I taught weekly classes at a small K–8 cooperative school and currently work part-time as a fitness coach, integrating mind-body awareness into my approach. I’ve also worked in a partial hospitalization setting, supporting individuals with eating disorders, OCD, depression, and anxiety.
My own intensive therapeutic work has deeply informed my practice—it allows me to empathize with the courage and effort required for real healing.
I am a partner, mother, friend, sister, and daughter—roles that continually shape my understanding of love, connection, and personal growth. I know firsthand the joys and challenges of partnership, parenting, adoption, and blended families.
Outside of work, you’ll likely find me walking with headphones in, listening to podcasts or memoirs, or off on a spontaneous outdoor adventure (ideally one that wraps up by 7 p.m.).
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