Dr. Erika O'Hearn, EdD. Resident in Counseling

Dr. Erika O'Hearn holds a Master's Degree in Education from James Madison University and a Doctorate in Education (Clinical Mental Health Counseling) from American International College. She is a counselor and educator who has been supporting individuals and families for over 20 years. Dr. O'Hearn meets her clients where they are in their personal journeys and helps each client tap into their individual strengths and inherent resilience. 

She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to assist clients in changing unhelpful thought patterns and maladaptive behaviors; Humanistic Therapy, focusing on personal growth; Solution-Focused Couples Therapy, using strengths to drive change; and Systemic Family Therapy, focusing on communication and relational meaning. Dr. O'Hearn strives to ensure that her clients feel emotionally safe, respected, and free from judgment. 

As a mom to 5 children, she fully appreciates the challenges that families and couples face in ensuring that everyone feels heard and cared for. She believes that all families can exist in harmony through intentional communication, emotional attunement, and mutual respect.

Dr. O'Hearn also believes in using psychoeducation as the foundation for all of her sessions, as it is crucial that we "understand" before we implement effective and sustainable change.

Dr. O'Hearn also provides psychoeducational testing for students of all ages and carefully explains the results in a clear, practical manner that supports educational planning and student success.