Erika Hansen (she/her)

LMHC, LPC
Accepting Clients

I am a neurodivergent, LGBTQ+ affirming, kink-friendly, non-judgement licensed mental health counselor. I am currently taking new clients.

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in Urbandale, IA

About My Clients

My ideal client is willing to put the work in and change. Either suspect or diagnosed with ADHD, Autism, and/or CPTSD/PTSD. I also work with actively, baseline suicidal clients who might self-harm. I am very comfortable in working with client's who experience suicidal thoughts as I am a retired crisis counselor. For trauma, I am not a trauma counselor but I do work on life skills, anxiety, depression associated with PTSD. I do not work with personality disorders.

My Background and Approach

Hello! I am scheduling new clients. I work with adults 18 and older. I specialize in Neurodivergent disorders, ADHD, Autism, and CPTSD/PTSD. I also am comfortable in working with client who experiencing suicidal thinking and/or self-harm thinking. I won't put you in "grippy sock vacation" just because you said you had a passive suicidal thought. I am comfortable talking about suicide and figuring out a safety plan for you. I am a retired crisis counselor and know how to navigate crisis situations. I have been told by previous clients that I am very open, kink-friendly, sexually positive, LGBTQ+ affirming, and a nonjudgmental counselor. I also have written letters and recommendations for transgender hormone therapy and replacements. I really make sure that you are able to take up space and be heard.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I personally believe there is not enough ADHD, Autistic, CPTSD trained counselors who are open to breaking the stigma about suicide and self-harm. I have a feminist sign hung up in my office because I think everyone should be equal. I am passionate about breaking the patriarchy down because I don't think it benefits anyone. As a woman, I value being heard and seen. So this is why I am working to make a space in my counseling office and telehealth office for others to be seen and heard. My office is in the works and once it is finished, I hope it to be a place where neurodivergents clients can take off their masks that they present to the world.

Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • United Healthcare
  • Wellmark
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 8 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $140 - 170/session

Info

Email Erika
6200 Aurora Ave
Suite 203E
Urbandale, IA 50322

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