Eric Eichler , LPCC

Eric Eichler is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) practicing in Ohio. He began his work providing intensive in-home family therapy for one year and went on to deliver individual, group, and family therapy in a residential pediatric mental hospital for eight years, gaining focused experience with complex family systems and youth-centered care.

Over the course of his clinical work he has supported many people coping with PTSD as well as conditions such as ADHD, bipolar disorder, and various anxiety disorders. He has significant experience working with adoptive, foster, and blended families and has led classes for both married and single participants. Eichler emphasizes a strength-based stance that helps clients build toward the future while addressing the lingering effects of the past, aiming to reduce feelings of shame and guilt that can hinder progress.

He holds certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a structured form of CBT for trauma, and integrates expressive outlets like music, art, writing, and poetry when appropriate. Eichler blends evidence-informed methods with creative, client-centered options to tailor care to each person and family he supports.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Eric Eichler draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy to support clients in an online format. Client-centered therapy focuses on building a collaborative, nonjudgmental relationship where the client's goals and values guide the work - it is useful for improving self-esteem, relationships, and overall direction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), including trauma-focused adaptations that Eichler is certified in, helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and learn practical skills to manage anxiety, depression, and trauma-related symptoms. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills that can be especially helpful for intense emotions and relationship challenges.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Eichler works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting techniques and expressive options like music or writing when appropriate.

Online therapy sessions - via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - offer flexibility for busy schedules and make it easier to access consistent support. These formats allow licensed professionals to deliver structured therapy, skills training, and supportive coaching in ways that fit a client's life and routine.