- Client-centered listening
- Career and workplace
- Phone counseling focus
About Eric
Eric Levine provides a calm, person-focused approach to counseling rooted in Client-Centered Therapy. He listens closely, asks questions that clarify how you see things, and stays in your corner as you decide what to do next. Eric aims to be supportive and to bring out strengths while keeping a sense of humor when it helps.
He adapts pace to each person. Some people want to talk things through slowly. Others prefer quicker decisions and a plan to move forward. Sessions are commonly 30 to 45 minutes, and he can extend some meetings to 55 to 60 minutes when needed.
Eric has 14 years of experience in counseling after earning a master's degree in Counseling Psychology at the University of California, Los Angeles. He is a Washington licensed mental health counselor, LMHC, and has worked in education and counseling programs for much of his career.
He often helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, or challenging life changes. He also supports those dealing with relationship strain, parenting pressures, workplace issues, career decisions, and questions about life purpose. Communication problems, divorce and separation, and self-esteem are listed areas of focus.
Phone work is his most frequent remote option because he values the spoken tone and immediacy it provides. He also supports international clients. To begin, readers are asked to use the site Start Therapy flow and complete a short matching questionnaire.
Using client-centered and practical therapies online
Client-centered therapy focuses on understanding your experience from your point of view. The therapist listens without judgment and reflects what matters most to you, which helps clarify feelings and choices. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts and behaviors and helps people try new responses to reduce distress and solve problems. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on small, concrete steps and goals you can try right away to see change.Finding the right approach is part of how the therapist works. He will talk with you about your needs, goals, and preferences and help decide which methods to use together. That collaborative decision can change over time as goals and circumstances evolve.
The biography highlights phone sessions as a primary remote option and notes a preference for in-person work, so confirm the current session formats before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also makes it possible to continue working with a licensed professional even when relocating or when coordinating across time zones. Discussing practical scheduling needs up front helps shape sessions that fit everyday life.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Eric commonly address
He works with people experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, and life changes. He also helps with relationship strain, parenting pressures, career and workplace issues, self-esteem, and decision points like divorce or life purpose.
What is his therapy style like
He uses a client-centered style that emphasizes listening, empathy, and validating strengths. He also draws on cognitive behavioral and solution-focused ideas to clarify thinking and plan practical steps.
How much experience does he have
He has 14 years of experience in counseling and spent a long portion of his career in education and university counseling roles.
What are his credentials and location
He holds a master's in Counseling Psychology from UCLA and is a Washington LMHC. His practice is based in Washington state.
Which languages and international options are offered
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available
The biography emphasizes phone sessions as a common remote option and notes a preference for in-person work. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability shown in the process.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.