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Erin McDaid, LMSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Erin is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Erin. View 101 reviews
Great news, Erin is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Michigan and Arizona

Recent reviews

Erin has been helpful on two separate occasions in my life. Helping me navigate a job change and post divorce stabilizing. She has been instrumental in positively impacting my relationship with a highly anxious teen.

Reviewed November 2024

Erin has a very down to earth approach that is both welcoming and supportive. She is easy to talk to and offers insight without being at all presumptuous while allowing you to also feel your way through and make your own discoveries or come to revelations that may be better suited for your own needs. Highly recommended!

Reviewed November 2024

More about Erin

  • 8 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMSW, LCSW

Hi, I am Erin McDaid. I have been working for over eight years as a clinical therapist with adults, older adults, and older adolescents. I use a goal-oriented therapy style, focusing on areas of strength or need that are determined by the client. My style is no-nonsense and direct. I use a wide variety of skills and techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness therapy, narrative therapy, and motivational interviewing. I often assign homework for clients to complete between therapy sessions (however, I try not to make it complex or overwhelming). I do not believe in stereotyping, labeling, or stigmatizing people. I welcome working with people of all faiths, genders, sexual orientations, political affiliations, and ethnicities.

At an initial interview clients should expect to discuss with me their background (how they grew up, what they have done since high school, any relationship status), their current symptoms, any drug or alcohol use or history, any legal history, and their hopes for what they will get from therapy. During this discussion I will work to clarify any questions that occur to me and to reassure the client that both the client and I are understanding the client’s needs and history. We will also discuss what the specific issues are that brought you to therapy. Be ready to be open and forthcoming. Clients may leave their initial session with a simple homework assignment that will begin to move them forward with their treatment.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Grief Bipolar disorder Depression Relationship issues Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Self esteem Coping with life changes Aging and geriatric issues Codependency Communication problems Divorce and separation Domestic violence Emptiness Fertility issues Guilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Mood disorders Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Pregnancy and childbirth Self-love Sexuality Women's issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy

Licenses

Erin McDaid's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023465788.

  • LMSW · Michigan · 6801099442 · Expires July 2025
  • LCSW · Arizona · LCSW-19647 · Expires June 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Erin McDaid

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

101 reviews

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Erin has been helpful on two separate occasions in my life. Helping me navigate a job change and post divorce stabilizing. She has been instrumental in positively impacting my relationship with a highly anxious teen.

Reviewed November 2024

Erin has a very down to earth approach that is both welcoming and supportive. She is easy to talk to and offers insight without being at all presumptuous while allowing you to also feel your way through and make your own discoveries or come to revelations that may be better suited for your own needs. Highly recommended!

Reviewed November 2024

Easy to talk to, gives practical easy steps to follow.

Reviewed September 2024

Erin is understanding, compassionate and non-judgmental. I think most people expect those traits in a therapist but its been my experience those are the traits missing from most therapist. She's also funny which is something I didn't expect . I recommend others to work with her and see how her wisdom and generosity can assist them moving forward in life.

Reviewed September 2024

I have had a few sessions with Erin and I am so thankful she is my therapist! Erin is understanding, supportive, kind and everything you could ask for in a therapist. Erin provides so many techniques that I have enjoyed! She is amazing and I can’t wait to keep working with her!

Reviewed July 2024

Erin has been supportive and honest from the first session. I love her ideas and suggestions. She is knowledgeable and relatable. I love her!

Reviewed June 2024

I've never thought about trying therapy, until a recent job issue caused some extreme stress. Better help was suggested by one of my YouTube friends. And so I thought I'd give it a try. I was paired with Erin McDaid, she was very helpful and listened to my concerns. She also suggested a solution for some situations that where difficult for me. I would say that Erin is perfectly paired for me.

Reviewed May 2024

She’s great. Listens, responds and provides balance

Reviewed January 2024

So understanding thoughtful an amazing listener and gives the best advice. Helping me to navigate this new chapter of my life and keep my depression in check. I would recommend her to anyone

Reviewed November 2022

Working with Erin has been life changing. She is readily available for scheduling and is attentive and engaging during our sessions. Erin is always open and patient and above all she is genuine.

Reviewed August 2022

Erin has been an amazing support and guide for me in my therapy and growth. She is so kind and wonderful and straightforward. She helps me think through a lot of my challenging ideas and help me get straight to the heart of the matter. She is incredible!

Reviewed June 2020

Erin is very competent. She’s extremely responsive, attentive and offers excellent advice. I look forward to my communication with her.

Reviewed May 2020

Erin is insightful and brings constructive and supportive suggestions to our sessions. I don’t feel like she is reading from a script. She gives me her full attention and has really helped me think “around” some situations and experiences.

Reviewed December 2023

Erin is amazing!

Reviewed November 2023

She's incredibly kind and understanding and she helps to guide me in the right direction by simply listening and offering her advice.

Reviewed September 2023

Erin has really helped me to raise the quality of my life! She always responds to my messages pretty quickly and makes me feel supported! She’s helped me handle my complicated life much better!

Reviewed September 2023

Erin is professional, respectful, and thoughtful. She is a genuine person who cares about her clients and their needs and emotions. Speaking with Erin genuinely helps me to feel better on my off days, and she always knows how to guide me to place of peace and relief.

Reviewed September 2023

Erin is a wonderful therapist that offers different ways to engage and does her best to keep you accountable. I highly recommend her if you want a wholistic experience and continuing work in and out of the sessions.

Reviewed August 2023

Erin is awesome at what she does!

Reviewed August 2023

Amazing counseling. She is intuitive and supportive and meets me at my level.

Reviewed July 2023

I couldn’t have been matched with a better therapist. She is extremely real and caring with a direct approach. As someone who was apprehensive to start therapy- I am so glad that I did.

Reviewed July 2023

I love Erin! She is a very talented therapist, despite our cultural differences, “she gets me” because at the end of the day, basic human needs are the same for everyone and she helps ME SEE ME! I love her!

Reviewed July 2023

She is an incredible, caring loving person that has really helped me through some of the toughest times in my life. I wouldn't be doing half as good as I am now without her help.

Reviewed June 2023

Erin has been a wonderful therapist for me. As a trans woman and lesbian, it really mattered me to have a therapist who was not only accepting, but sensitive and explorative. I've not only been validated though. She is great at holding me accountable for myself and pushing me towards steady growth. I appreciate her excellent listening skills, engagement, and compassion. Thank you, Erin. I can't recommend you enough.

Reviewed May 2023

Great therapist

Reviewed March 2023

Erin was very knowledgeable and helpful. She was a good listener. She was thoughtful in her responses and guidance. She gave us an objective perspective that was insightful.

Reviewed February 2023

She is wonderful and really helps you with everything you struggle with. She has turned into an amazing friend as well ❤️ definitely talk to her for your struggles thank you Erin

Reviewed January 2023

Fantastic Therapist!

Reviewed January 2023

She is awesome

Reviewed December 2022

Erin is a kind and understanding professional. She is the 1st professional who has made me feel heard, understood, and important. She is concerned about my wellbeing and has been helpful in incouraging and empowering me to do the work to heal.

Reviewed December 2022

So far so good.

Reviewed November 2022

Erin was the perfect first therapist. She made me confident that if she wasn't the right fit, she would not be upset with me choosing someone else. She truly cares about what's best for her patients.

Reviewed November 2022

In a short time, I have sought a comfort with Erin. Before you can share, you have to trust. She is presenting a comfortable area for vulnerability. I look forward to working with Erin more as we continue to unpack the weighted luggage I've been carrying.

Reviewed November 2022

Erin is amazing. I’ve spent countless years looking for a therapist who fits me and I finally have. Honestly, some months it’s hard to pay the fee but I do everything I can to make it because I don’t wanna lose Erin.

Reviewed November 2022

She seems great so far.

Reviewed September 2022

Erin is an excellent therapist. She really works hard to understand my problems and seeks solutions to solve them. Erin reads every message that I send carefully and thoughtfully, and this allows sessions to be super productive. I especially like the way that Erin provides guidance. She is not afraid to tell me things that are sometimes hard for me to hear yet absolutely necessary to hear, which enables me to productively work on my problems.

Reviewed September 2022

So far so good! Im happy with our first session and look forward to more!

Reviewed August 2022

Erin is like an friend with some wisdom gained by life experience which she is willing to share.

Reviewed July 2022

Erin is an excellent therapist! She has helped me navigate this new journey with a lot of patience and understanding. Thank you for being here for me Erin.

Reviewed July 2022

I’ve never been so eager to participate in therapy as I am now, working with Erin. I feel heard and understood. She gives awesome advice and suggests techniques that really work.

Reviewed July 2022

Erin has been more than helpful getting me thru harder times and as I continue to explore healing I will continue to recommend her and betterhelp

Reviewed May 2022

Erin is a great listener and very thoughtful in her support

Reviewed April 2022

Very helpful, informative. Holds me accountable and encourages me to be my best self. I look forward to my weekly sessions with her.

Reviewed April 2022

From just one session with Erin, she gave me tools to help my grief. She encouraged me to work on my homework check out webinars. And messaging her is very easy. I feel like she has my back.

Reviewed April 2022

Erin has been wonderful. I originally signed up for assistance coping with the loss of a pet, and I worried that grief-experts might think it was silly, but Erin has been amazing not only with that but in dealing with all sorts of major life changes I've been going through in the last several months. She is great!!

Reviewed March 2022

Erin has been essential in improving my mental health. I feel like she really listens and can relate to my problems. She always has concrete, reasonable solutions for me to try out. She’s extremely supportive and encouraging. I highly recommend her.

Reviewed March 2022

Erin listens with compassion and lets me vent my concerns. She guides me when I ask, and validates my feelings (which is huge for me). She's wonderful!

Reviewed March 2022

I like that I can come away from a session with concrete steps or ‘homework.’

Reviewed February 2022

Erin has helped me in a few weeks than I could ever hoped for! My anxiety and self worth was so low and she was able to help me find ways to overcome them. I couldn't wish for a better therapist. She is the best!! Will do my absolute best to continue with better help because of her. Thank you!

Reviewed February 2022

Awesome!

Reviewed February 2022

Erin has been one of the best gifts I have given myself for helping me with my grief and loss. I can not thank her enough.

Reviewed January 2022

Erin was so efficient at onboarding into my struggles. She quickly grasped the situation and offered immediate actionable advice.

Reviewed January 2022

I appreciate what Erin was able to help me with the last time I used this service. I look forward to having her as my therapist again

Reviewed December 2021

It’s nice to have someone to talk to and be heard. When discussing trauma from my past, she feels me. She gives me support in how I feel and supplies me with worksheets and self love techniques I would otherwise never know. Really appreciate her.

Reviewed December 2021

I am very appreciative that I chose to give BetterHelp a try and that I was paired with Erin. Over the past 2 months I’ve been struggling with a severe flare up with my autoimmune disease and even had to be hospitalized. During this time, Erin has been there for me, provided so much empathy, and even sat in session with me while I was in the hospital. There are no words to describe the immense level of gratitude I feel for not only her support as a therapist, but for her as a person. It’s genuinely been healing for me in a lot of ways. Erin is wonderful therapist, especially if there’s compatibility between your own individual therapeutic needs and what she specializes in providing. From the bottom of my heart, Thank you!

Reviewed December 2021

Erin and definitely made a difference in my life. She's attentive and helpful with her advice

Reviewed November 2021

Erin is wonderful.

Reviewed November 2021

Erin is amazing, that's the short of it. Amazing. Listens, and helps guide you straight to the root of the issue in a supportive and direct manner. I feel heard, and I feel helped, and I feel like I have incredible support as I work with them to grow. Truely an exceptional counselor.

Reviewed November 2021

Erin is amazing, and I would highly recommend her for therapy. She is very kind, empathetic, thoughtful, and honest. It is very easy to open up to her and talk to her. I never feel any judgment or stress when talking to her. I was struggling with issues that I did not know how to solve, and she helped me understand them and find ways to work through them. Erin has helped me in so many ways, and I am very grateful for her!

Reviewed November 2021

Erin helped me a lot when I was having a rough time - she supported me through it and continues to help me work through my goals. She has good ideas for advice and is very respectful and accepting.

Reviewed November 2021

Thank you for being the person I could speak to and actually listened without judgement. Thank you for being supportive and for your advise.

Reviewed November 2021

I think Erin is great.

Reviewed November 2021

Erin is a great counselor who not only understands me and is able to articulate back to me what I have expressed, but she also does a great job at addressing the needs particular clients have. She’s a real human who is relatable which makes it easier to take her advice than someone who doesn’t have experience with what you’ve gone through and is only textually educated about certain areas. Thankful for her.

Reviewed September 2021

Erin is amazing. For me she cut right through the bullshit and was honest with me. She made me look at things the way they are, not how I want them to be. If you want an experienced relasionship counselor who will tell it like it is, look no further.

Reviewed September 2021

Erin is amazing, and I feel really comfortable talking to her in the worst time of my life. Very helpful and look forward to our sessions every week. Thank you so much for everything you’ve helped me with.

Reviewed September 2021

Erin is a breath of fresh air and a safe haven. I appreciate her ability to listen without judgement, ask questions and give me options on how I may better take care of myself and the issues I am tackling. Our meetings have been beneficial and I always leave feeling a little lighter. Her suggestions are well thought out and feel personal to my situation. Erin is a caring, insightful and no none sense therapist. Pushes without being over bearing and supportive without being clingy. The work is mine to do with Erin there to encourage, support and bring out the best of me.

Reviewed September 2021

Very understanding and no pressure situations which makes it easier to talk.

Reviewed July 2021

Erin has been incredibly supportive and helpful thru the time I've been speaking with her I feel I'm actually getting somewhere

Reviewed July 2021

For me, Erin is perfect. I need a realistic, normal person to help provide me perpective, and she does just that.

Reviewed June 2021

Erin has truly been amazing to talk to. She is honest, she listens and she is always straight forward.

Reviewed May 2021

Erin is very understanding and straightforward in her counseling. I appreciated her not only being there to listen and offer guidance, but also for providing the tools and motivation to help me understand how to manage my emotions and anxiety. I can feel myself becoming more self-sufficient and turning into more of who I want to be!

Reviewed December 2020

Erin has been a great help to me. I had never done therapy before and was honestly scared to try it but she has made me feel so comfortable with being vulnerable and talking through my struggles. I highly recommend Erin.

Reviewed November 2020

Erin is very helpful & offers a variety of suggestions to aid in solving any struggles I am trying to work through. She is very knowledgeable and I trust her thoughts/suggestions. I trust to always receive an honest, yet thoughtful response from her as well - something that helps me to feel more comfortable and allows me to be more open in our discussions.

Reviewed November 2020

Knowledge is great, very helpful breaking down the problem and finding a solution.

Reviewed November 2020

Erin has been so helpful in such a short amount of time. She helped me to feel reassured in my feelings and helped me to set goals for myself that gave me real clarity that I was so wanting before therapy. Thanks so much, Erin!

Reviewed November 2020

I love her! Her personality is great. She listens very well and will give me great choices on different things to help with certain things I have going on!

Reviewed September 2020

Erin is very professional and very direct with me which I greatly appreciate. You can tell that she really cares about you and wants to help you.

Reviewed September 2020

Erin McDaid helps me through my mental illnesses, validates me and is a comprehensive, understanding mental health professional. I would recommend her to anyone in need!

Reviewed August 2020

I absolutely love my counselor, Erin! She us csring, understanding, compassionate, professional, has great ideas to help me, and has heloes me tremendously! She is available and gets back to me very quickly.

Reviewed July 2020

Erin was open and friendly from my first contact with Better Help, and it made starting therapy more comfortable and an easier transition.

Reviewed July 2020

Erin has been a source of sincere encouragement and compassion over the last few months we've worked together. She is quick to respond to emails, truly listens, and has great insight. She made me feel comfortable with her from the beginning of our first meeting.

Reviewed June 2020

She's very attentive.

Reviewed June 2020

Erin is an incredible counselor. She works hard to fully understand whatever it is you’re going through and helps in a kind but constructive manner.

Reviewed May 2020

Erin is an a amazing counselor! She strikes a great balance of listening and understanding your situation, and offering suggestions and techniques to progress through emotional setbacks and towards your personal goals. I feel very comfortable with Erin as my counselor, and would recommend her in a heartbeat.

Reviewed March 2020

When I first started therapy with Erin, I was worried that I would feel judged or intimidated. It was my first time in therapy, and I didn't know how to even start. Erin has been amazing. She has been understanding from day one and provided support and coping skills that have helped me heal from some rough times.

Reviewed March 2020

Erin is amazing and always helps me work through my issues. She is really easy to talk to. We just had our first phone session and I was worried it might be awkward but it totally was not and she was able to really draw a lot out of me about what I was concerned about.

Reviewed March 2020

Erin is AWESOME!! I wish I could see her in person, but this is the next best thing. She has helped me TREMENDOUSLY!! I highly recommend her to anyone I can!!

Reviewed January 2020

Erin is an extremely effective, compassionate, and dedicated counselor. If you're ready to do the work - and yes, therapy is work - she will be with you every step of the way. I highly recommend her.

Reviewed January 2020

I absolutely love talking with Erin! She’s given me ways to help my anxiety and if I don’t message for a couple days she’ll check in on me. It’s nice having her there when I need her!

Reviewed January 2020

Erin listens to everything I say even when I go off topic. She gives great suggestions on what I need to do to be able to help a better myself.

Reviewed January 2020

Erin is a good listener and helps me gather some disjointed thoughts into a more manageable and sensible narrative. Then I can examine the pieces more easily. She is patient and supportive. Sometimes she is more direct if I'm getting off-track too far, but she is never pushy. Erin is smart, thoughtful and energetic. She helps me summarize and define my thoughts. I feel that she has my best interest at heart is helping me find my way. Thank you!

Reviewed December 2019

Erin was very sincere and very easy to talk to. She gets straight to the point about things but in caring way. This was my first experience with a counselor and she met my expectations.

Reviewed November 2019

Erin has been a wonderful counselor. She is an amazing listener and is so supportive. As a 26 year old woman, I had never felt like a counselor was in touch with what young women are experiencing. I always felt judged. I never felt that way with Erin. She gives the very best type of tough love. I can’t imagine going to anyone else now.

Reviewed November 2019

I am loving my counseling experience so far and feel like we are a great match!

Reviewed September 2019

Erin is very professional, caring and empathetic. I would highly recommend her to anyone!

Reviewed August 2019

Erin is amazing. She listens when I need it, she gives advice when I want it. I am so happy I tried her via BetterHelp

Reviewed August 2019

Erin listens well and helps me to sort and summarize my thoughts. I'm dealing with a complex situation and it helps to talk about it out loud. She is open-minded and impartial. I appreciate her expertise, personable style and obviously caring personality. I also appreciate that she is not too careful and has identified and told me some things that were not easy to hear. She trusts that even though I'm already dealing with something difficult, I can handle the additional information and that it may be helpful to me in evaluating my situation. Thank you Erin.

Reviewed August 2019

Erin is AMAZING. I’ve been having a lot of relationship related anxiety issues and she has been what I needed to FINALLY break through my own negative thoughts. She is worth every penny spent and I couldn’t recommend her more. She’s FANTASTIC.

Reviewed August 2019

This has been a very helpful experience for me. I thank Erin for always checking on me. She truly has made me feel like I have someone I can talk to and trust

Reviewed June 2019

Erin has been wonderful. I am adapting to the new style of counseling and she has made my transition very smooth. So far her advice has been sound and her response time excellent. Sending messages has helped me diffuse the emotions I feel and reduce my anxiety. I look forward to her responses and it is wonderful to feel supported. Her suggestions have helped me think full circle on various issues. It's just nice to have someone to vent to knowing that what is said will stay confidential. Overall, I am impressed with the service, Erin especially. Would and have happily recommended to others.

Reviewed June 2019

She is a good listening ear.

Reviewed June 2019

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Frequently asked questions

Does Erin McDaid offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Erin McDaid works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Erin McDaid speak?

Erin McDaid speaks English.

How many years of experience does Erin McDaid have?

Erin McDaid has 8 years of experience.

Where is Erin McDaid licensed to practice?

Erin McDaid is licensed to practice in Michigan and Arizona.

Does Erin McDaid accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Erin McDaid accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Erin McDaid offer?

Erin McDaid offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy.

How can I communicate with Erin McDaid?

Erin McDaid can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

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