Erin Chu, LCPC

Erin Chu is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and a Certified Clinical Telemental Health Provider practicing in Illinois. As an LCPC she holds a professional counseling license that enables assessment and treatment of mental health concerns, and her telemental health certification reflects training in delivering therapy remotely. Erin strives to build a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere where people can share at their own pace and feel heard.

She views counseling through a multidimensional lens, attending to how emotional, cognitive, social, physical, and medical factors interact to influence wellbeing. Working primarily with individuals aged 17 and older, Erin draws on seven years of experience addressing depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, trauma, body image concerns, grief, toxic relationships, and difficulties tied to people-pleasing and perfectionism.

With a background in geriatric care, she is also experienced in supporting those facing chronic pain and illness and the unique emotional challenges that can accompany aging and caregiving. Erin employs an eclectic, individualized approach that commonly integrates elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness practices, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindful Self-Compassion, tailoring techniques to each person’s goals and needs.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Erin Chu

Erin often draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical approach that helps identify and modify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is another frequent component of her work - ACT emphasizes accepting difficult internal experiences while clarifying personal values and taking committed action toward a meaningful life, which can be helpful for stress, life changes, and persistent emotional pain.

She also incorporates Mindfulness practices to build present-moment awareness and self-compassion, supporting emotion regulation and coping with chronic pain, grief, or ongoing stress. Choosing the right blend of techniques is part of the therapeutic process; Erin collaborates with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences and then adapts interventions accordingly.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility for adults balancing work, caregiving, or mobility challenges. Through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, licensed professionals can provide consistent support without requiring travel, making it easier to attend sessions, maintain continuity of care, and access therapists when scheduling or geography might otherwise be a barrier.