Erin Uphoff, MD, LCSW-C

Erin Uphoff, MD, LCSW-C, is a Maryland-licensed clinician with eight years of professional experience supporting people facing stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, anger, and struggles with self-esteem. Holding an MD - medical doctor - and an LCSW-C, which is a licensed clinical social worker credential, Erin combines clinical training with a strengths-focused perspective to help clients clarify goals and build practical skills.

Erin draws on experience helping individuals manage motivation, confidence, and emotion regulation while addressing common life stressors. Her approach emphasizes that each person is the expert on their own story and that existing strengths provide a foundation for change. She encourages clients to take courageous steps toward a more fulfilling and happier life while offering steady support and practical strategies along the way.

Whether working on parenting concerns, anxiety or anger management, Erin aims to empower people to identify what matters most and to move toward meaningful, sustainable change. She creates a collaborative space where goals are clarified, options are explored, and progress is built one step at a time.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Erin Uphoff

Erin often uses client-centered therapy to place the client's experience at the center of the work - this approach focuses on understanding each person's perspective, building on existing strengths, and supporting self directed growth. It is helpful for people seeking empathetic support and clarity about personal goals.

She also integrates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a practical, skills oriented approach that helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop concrete strategies to manage anxiety, mood concerns, and stress. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, panic, and mood regulation.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Erin works with clients to explore which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time to ensure the work feels useful and relevant.

Online therapy with Erin is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules and varied communication styles. This range of options makes it easier to access consistent support, maintain momentum between sessions, and fit therapy into everyday life.