Erica Mau, LPC
Licensed counselor guiding recovery and resilience
- LPC in Oregon
- 16 years experience
- Trauma and addictions
About Erica Mau
Erica Mau is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) practicing in Oregon with 16 years of clinical experience. She helps people move past cycles of stress, anxiety, and low self-esteem to pursue greater purpose, energy, and satisfaction in daily life. Erica approaches therapy with honesty, respect, and a nonjudgmental stance while keeping the work direct and interactive so clients can set and achieve both short- and long-term goals.
In sessions she partners with clients to examine old beliefs and habits that may be limiting change, offering support as individuals develop new skills and perspectives. The therapeutic relationship is treated as a collaborative, compassionate space where insight, clarity, and renewed hope can emerge. Erica’s practice integrates cognitive-behavioral and dialectical behavior techniques alongside mindfulness and solution-focused tools to tailor treatment to each person’s needs.
She has worked in private practice, residential treatment centers, and inpatient psychiatry, bringing particular experience with depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar I and II, borderline personality and other personality disorders. Erica also works with concerns such as addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting and family challenges, grief, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. She provides individual and group counseling across the lifespan, guiding clients toward practical strategies and meaningful personal growth.
In sessions she partners with clients to examine old beliefs and habits that may be limiting change, offering support as individuals develop new skills and perspectives. The therapeutic relationship is treated as a collaborative, compassionate space where insight, clarity, and renewed hope can emerge. Erica’s practice integrates cognitive-behavioral and dialectical behavior techniques alongside mindfulness and solution-focused tools to tailor treatment to each person’s needs.
She has worked in private practice, residential treatment centers, and inpatient psychiatry, bringing particular experience with depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar I and II, borderline personality and other personality disorders. Erica also works with concerns such as addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting and family challenges, grief, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. She provides individual and group counseling across the lifespan, guiding clients toward practical strategies and meaningful personal growth.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Erica Mau have?
Erica Mau has 16 years of experience.
Is Erica Mau a licensed therapist?
Yes. Erica Mau is an LPC, a Licensed Professional Counselor. Her Oregon license is OR LPC C4378.
In which languages does Erica Mau provide therapy?
English
Where is Erica Mau located?
Oregon
How can I work with Erica Mau as my therapist?
You can work with Erica Mau through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Erica Mau work with international clients?
Yes, Erica Mau works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Erica Mau cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Evidence-informed approaches for online care
Erica Mau draws from several evidence-informed approaches to support change and resilience. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify personal values and build psychological flexibility by teaching practical ways to accept difficult thoughts and commit to meaningful action - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, offering concrete tools to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and coping difficulties. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, respect, and a collaborative relationship in which the therapist supports the client’s own capacity for growth and self-directed change, often aiding issues around self-esteem, relationships, and life purpose.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the therapeutic process. Erica works collaboratively with each person to determine which approaches fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time as progress and priorities evolve.
Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - provide practical flexibility for scheduling and consistent access to care. These formats allow licensed professionals to deliver focused, goal-oriented work from different locations, making it easier to maintain momentum and integrate therapeutic skills into everyday life.