Erik is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 18 years of practice in psychotherapy. He specializes in utilizing both Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques across a broad spectrum of co-occurring mental health & SUD disorders. Utilizing a person-centered approach, Erik empowers his clients with the tools and techniques necessary to enhance their lives. He believes that everyone has an inherent, but often undiscovered ability to change.

After earning a BA in Psychology from UCLA in 2002 and a Master’s of Social Work from San Jose State in 2006, Erik went on to work within many unique and challenging settings, including programs for severely emotionally disturbed children, adult crisis units, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, and private practice. Outside of work, Erik enjoys going to the gym, hiking, reading, and spending quality time with family and friends.

Erik endeared himself to both staff and clients alike very quickly after joining our team. His authentic, relatable, and down-to-earth approach is a perfect fit for Pura Vida’s model of personal growth and community support.