About Eric
Eric Crawford is a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) practicing in Illinois who draws on 28 years of experience to support people facing stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and life transitions.
Background and approach
He frames clients as experts in their own stories and builds on existing strengths to address motivation, confidence, addiction concerns, grief, and career-related questions. Eric emphasizes practical steps and collaborative problem solving to help clients move toward more satisfying, meaningful days.
Clients can expect a supportive, encouraging approach that recognizes how difficult it is to reach out for help. He sees taking that initial step as an act of courage and offers steady guidance while helping individuals identify resources and skills they already possess.
The goal is to reduce distress and enhance functioning through realistic, strength-based work that fits each person’s circumstances and goals.
Evidence-Based Techniques and Online Access
Eric draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on building skills and practical strategies. One common approach centers on skills training for managing stress and anxiety, teaching breathing, grounding, and problem-solving methods that reduce overwhelm and improve day-to-day functioning. Another frequently used method emphasizes cognitive restructuring to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts that contribute to low self-esteem, depression, and anger, helping clients develop more balanced perspectives and healthier responses.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Eric works collaboratively with each person to determine which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they assess what feels most useful and adjust methods over time so the work remains relevant and actionable.
Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and to maintain continuity of care. These options allow licensed professionals to deliver consistent support and skills coaching from different locations, helping people access treatment that matches their lifestyle and communication preferences.
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Specialties and expertise
Top specialties
- Stress, Anxiety
- Anger management
- Self esteem
Also works with
- Addictions
- Career difficulties
- Coaching
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Grief
- Experience
- 28 years
- Licensed
- Illinois
- Languages
- English