Erika Rucker, LPC
Erika Rucker, LPC for stress and relationships
- Stress and anxiety support
- Relationship and family work
- CBT and attachment approaches
About Erika Rucker
Erika Rucker is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) practicing in West Virginia with three years of clinical experience. She works with individuals, families, and couples to address a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and addictions.
Her practice also focuses on intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping problems, parenting and blended family dynamics, anger and self-esteem struggles, career transitions, and coping with life changes. Additional areas of concentration include compassion fatigue, ADHD, abandonment and attachment issues, body image, caregiver stress related to cancer or chronic illness, co-morbidity, commitment and communication problems, control issues, disaster-related coping, disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD), divorce and separation, and drug and alcohol addiction.
Erika draws on evidence-informed methods such as Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT). She prioritizes building a strong therapeutic relationship and works collaboratively with clients to set goals and develop practical strategies for change. As an LPC, Erika holds a state counseling license in West Virginia, a credential that reflects formal training and authorization to provide professional counseling services.
Her practice also focuses on intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping problems, parenting and blended family dynamics, anger and self-esteem struggles, career transitions, and coping with life changes. Additional areas of concentration include compassion fatigue, ADHD, abandonment and attachment issues, body image, caregiver stress related to cancer or chronic illness, co-morbidity, commitment and communication problems, control issues, disaster-related coping, disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD), divorce and separation, and drug and alcohol addiction.
Erika draws on evidence-informed methods such as Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT). She prioritizes building a strong therapeutic relationship and works collaboratively with clients to set goals and develop practical strategies for change. As an LPC, Erika holds a state counseling license in West Virginia, a credential that reflects formal training and authorization to provide professional counseling services.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Hypnotherapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Erika Rucker have?
Erika Rucker has 3 years of experience.
Is Erika Rucker a licensed therapist?
Yes, holds these credentials: LPC. License details: WV LPC 2332.
In which languages does Erika Rucker provide therapy?
English.
Where is Erika Rucker located?
West Virginia.
How can I work with Erika Rucker as my therapist?
You can work with Erika Rucker through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Erika Rucker work with international clients?
Erika Rucker does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Erika Rucker 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.
Therapeutic Approaches Practiced Online
Erika commonly uses Attachment-Based Therapy, which explores how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and helps people develop more secure ways of relating - this can be useful for attachment concerns, abandonment issues, and improving intimacy. She also integrates Client-Centered Therapy, a respectful, nonjudgmental approach that focuses on the client's own goals and pace and supports growth through empathy and collaboration. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another key method in her work; CBT helps identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and teaches practical skills to manage anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties, and many daily stressors.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Erika works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors treatment plans and adjusts strategies as progress is made.
Online therapy with Erika is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to fit care into busy lives, reduce travel time, and allow people to engage in consistent, goal-focused work with a licensed professional from familiar settings.