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Erica Hayes, LPCC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Erica 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 Erica. View 4 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Kentucky

Recent reviews

Erica has been very responsive and was great to talk to during our live phone call appointment.

Reviewed November 2024

We're only a couple sessions in but Erica has been amazing so far.

Reviewed September 2024

More about Erica

  • 4 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPCC

I am a licensed professional counselor in Kentucky with 4 years of professional work experience. I graduated from University of the Cumberlands.

I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy related issues, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I primarily utilize CBT, DBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, and person centered approaches in therapy, although I occasionally pull from other modalities when it is best suited for my client. While this may be confusing to you, what it means is I have a lot of different approaches that I use depending on what we are working on together.

My availability on BetterHelp is very limited. Currently, my availability is typically Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday afternoons/evenings, but this does change at times.

Due to limited availability, I ask that you give 24 hours notice if you need to cancel an appointment. This allows time for other clients to take that time if needed. All no shows/late cancellations (less than 24 hours notice) will be reported to BetterHelp. No showing 2 appointments within a 6 month period will result in being referred for in person counseling or to another BetterHelp therapist. Late canceling and/or no showing 2 appointments within a 60 day period may result in being referred out, as well. While I understand that things come up, I do ask for 24 hours notice for cancellations. If you stop treatment/have a lapse in payment that causes you to become “inactive,” I may not have availability to see you if you return. I keep a small number of active clients and due to limited time I cannot hold places on my caseload for inactive clients.

Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! I am excited to walk beside you and be your partner in this journey.

Specialties

Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Depression Coping with life changes Abandonment Adoption and foster care Attachment issues Avoidant personality BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Blended family issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Dependent personality Divorce and separation Eating and food-related issues Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Self-love Sex addiction Sexuality Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Erica Hayes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194421016.

  • LPCC · Kentucky · 280899 · Expires December 2024

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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Erica Hayes

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

Overall rating:

4.5

4 reviews

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Clients mention: Amazing Grateful Great

Erica has been very responsive and was great to talk to during our live phone call appointment.

Reviewed November 2024

We're only a couple sessions in but Erica has been amazing so far.

Reviewed September 2024

Erica takes time to message me frequently and engages me to think I've had one session and can tell that she will definitely be able to assist me through this trying time I'm currently in!

Reviewed August 2024

I have made more progress with Erica in a couple of weeks than my entire life. I am so grateful for the opportunity to be honest in a world that doesn’t always welcome that. I voice strong opinions and she doesn’t side with me, nor shoot me down. Please train more therapists to conduct themselves in this manner. You’re a lifesaver, Erica!

Reviewed August 2024

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Frequently asked questions

Does Erica Hayes offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Erica Hayes 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 Erica Hayes speak?

Erica Hayes speaks English.

How many years of experience does Erica Hayes have?

Erica Hayes has 4 years of experience.

Where is Erica Hayes licensed to practice?

Erica Hayes is licensed to practice in Kentucky.

Does Erica Hayes accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Erica Hayes does not accept 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 Erica Hayes offer?

Erica Hayes offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Erica Hayes?

Erica Hayes 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.

How do I get started with Erica Hayes?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.