Dr. Lonnie Erskine, LPC

Dr. Lonnie Erskine is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in South Carolina with nine years of professional experience. She focuses on helping people who have dealt with trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and struggles with depression or low self-esteem. She aims to create a calm space where people can speak honestly about what they are feeling.

Dr. Erskine emphasizes a straightforward, respectful approach in sessions. She listens without judgment and helps people sort out what matters most to them. Conversations are aimed at identifying practical steps clients can try between meetings.

Her work often addresses parenting concerns, addiction, and relationship or intimacy-related issues. She also supports people navigating career stress, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment and abandonment concerns, aging and caregiver stress, and coping after disasters.

Clinical methods used include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. These approaches are applied in plain language to work on thoughts, behaviors, and daily habits that affect mood and function.

People who choose Dr. Erskine can expect a collaborative process. She helps set clear goals and adjusts the work as needs shift. The aim is steady progress toward a more manageable and satisfying life.

Approaches used in online sessions and what they do

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding a person’s experience. The therapist follows the client’s lead and helps them find their own solutions to problems. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and behaviors affect mood and teaches practical strategies to change unhelpful patterns. Mindfulness Therapy teaches attention and present-moment awareness to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and daily life to decide which methods to try. That process is collaborative and can change as needs evolve.

Confirm the available session formats before booking so you know what options are offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, require less travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Some formats may also reduce the need for video if bandwidth or being on camera is a concern. Ask about current options to find a setup that fits your routine and goals.