Erika LaHood-Burns, CSW-PIP, QMHP

Erika is a Black Hills native who studied in South and North Dakota, obtaining her baccalaureate degree in psychology and master’s degree in social work. She has practiced locally in community mental health care as a counselor, social worker and therapist, working with individuals of all ages. Erika has experience in providing psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families experiencing a variety of life stressors and mental health conditions. She specializes in therapy for mental health conditions that are often associated with chronic pain, sleep issues, weight management and other medical conditions. Erika uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Neuroplasticity Training, Trauma Therapy, Relational Therapy and Solution-Focused methods in her work. She believes in the inherent worth of each patient and is committed to helping people find their inner strength and increase their well-being.