Erica Gilmore, LCPC

Illinois LCPC specializing in stress and trauma

Stress and anxiety
Addictions and trauma
Strengths-based approach

About Erica Gilmore

Erica Gilmore is an Illinois-licensed counselor who brings a long history of professional work to her practice and has held her license for seven years. She carries the LCPC credential - Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - and focuses on helping people navigate difficult emotions and circumstances in everyday life.

She has extensive experience assisting individuals with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, recovery from trauma and abuse, and managing depression. Erica emphasizes a strengths-based approach, viewing each person as the expert of their own story and building on existing resources to address the challenges they face.

Beginning therapy can require courage, and Erica honors that step by offering supportive guidance and practical strategies to help clients move forward. Her style centers on collaboration, respect, and empowering clients to use their strengths toward meaningful change.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Depression Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Erica Gilmore have?

Erica Gilmore has 7 years of experience.

Is Erica Gilmore a licensed therapist?

Yes. Erica Gilmore holds the LCPC credential (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor), license IL LCPC 180.011868.

In which languages does Erica Gilmore provide therapy?

Erica Gilmore provides therapy in English.

Where is Erica Gilmore located?

Erica Gilmore is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Erica Gilmore as my therapist?

You can work with Erica Gilmore through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Erica Gilmore work with international clients?

Yes, Erica Gilmore works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Erica Gilmore 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.

Could remote therapy be a good fit for you?

Many people find remote therapy to be a practical and accessible option for addressing common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or major life transitions. For these issues, online sessions can offer a flexible way to work with a licensed professional from a location that suits your schedule and needs.

One of the primary benefits is flexibility of format - appointments can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which makes it easier to fit therapeutic work into busy lives. Licensed professionals deliver care in these different formats, and if you decide you want a different approach or therapist, you can typically make that change at any time.

Choosing online therapy can help people access consistent support while balancing other commitments, and many find the variety of communication options helpful for maintaining momentum in their work with a therapist.

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