Erike Apolinar, LMFT
Practical, collaborative support for parenting concerns
Explore online therapy options- Years in practice
- 8
- Credentials
- LMFT
- Licensed in
- California
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Trauma and abuse
- Focus
- Grief
- Focus
- Parenting issues
About Erike
Erike Apolinar is a licensed marriage and family therapist who helps people facing trauma, grief, parenting stresses, anger, and depression. He works with adults who want clearer ways to manage emotions and relationships. He encourages small steps and recognizes how hard it can be to ask for help.
Erike keeps sessions straightforward and practical. He starts by listening to each person's story and identifying strengths they already have. Then he and the client pick manageable goals and try new skills between sessions.
Background and approach
The focus is on what helps in day-to-day life rather than long lists of techniques. Over eight years of work in California, Erike has supported people dealing with loss, post-traumatic stress, chronic pain and illness, and social anxiety. He also helps with communication problems, isolation, life purpose, men's issues, and mood-related concerns.
That range gives him a practical sense of what often gets in the way when life feels stuck. Sessions are offered in English and can be held by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. He uses these formats to fit therapy into busy schedules and to keep conversations focused and useful.
Erike describes the client as the expert in their own story while offering guidance and tools. He aims for a collaborative approach where goals are realistic and progress is measured in everyday changes. Signing up starts with a short matching questionnaire and scheduling based on availability.
What Erike works with
Everything Erike lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Erike helps people with.
Evidence-based approaches and online care
Erike uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear skills and real-life changes. One approach emphasizes addressing trauma responses and building coping skills to reduce intrusive memories and emotional overwhelm; this can help people manage symptoms after abuse or traumatic events. Another approach focuses on emotion regulation and communication skills to reduce anger and improve interactions; it teaches practical ways to name feelings, pause before reacting, and express needs more clearly.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to your concerns, discuss options, and work with you to decide which methods fit your goals and preferences. Adjustments are made as progress is tracked so the plan stays relevant to your needs.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when visual cues help. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit into a work break. Live chat and text messaging provide brief check-ins and ongoing support between sessions. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around daily life.
Questions people ask about Erike
What concerns does this therapist help with?
He supports people coping with trauma and abuse, grief and loss, parenting stresses, anger, and depression. He also addresses related issues like chronic pain, communication problems, isolation, and social anxiety.
What is the therapeutic style like?
Sessions are practical and collaborative. The therapist listens first, identifies strengths, and then sets small, achievable goals to try between sessions.
How much clinical experience is there?
He has eight years of professional work experience supporting people with mood, trauma, and relationship-related concerns.
What are the credentials and location?
He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, licensed in California.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Therapy is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What is the easiest way to begin?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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