Erica Guzman

Offering bilingual therapy in English and Spanish, Erica Guzman provides expert care to adults and adolescents across California. She specializes in guiding clients through challenges such such as anxiety, depression, significant life transitions, relationship difficulties, and matters of identity, self-esteem, and emotional regulation. Erica utilizes a trauma-informed and culturally responsive framework, leveraging over a decade of experience as a certified Education Specialist to understand systemic complexities and family needs. This background in community mental health and advocacy (K-12 IEP process) has cultivated a deeply empathetic and practical approach, allowing her to meet clients exactly where they are and collaborate on empowering, actionable solutions. As a first-generation Latina, Erica offers a keen awareness of how culture, family dynamics, and systemic stressors impact mental wellness. She thoughtfully integrates this perspective, ensuring her work is both culturally attuned and highly responsive to each individual's unique needs and therapeutic goals. Drawing from proven, holistic modalities—including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, psychodynamic techniques, and strength-based, somatic, and trauma-informed care—Erica supports clients in achieving profound insight, mastering essential coping skills, and creating meaningful, sustainable change in their lives. Partner with Erica for a collaborative and grounded therapeutic experience, focused on fostering a stronger connection to self and developing the resilience needed to confidently navigate life's inevitable challenges.