Eric Howell, LMFT - Therapist in California

About Eric

Eric Howell greets visitors with a straightforward, calm presence. He is a licensed marriage and family therapist with 15 years of experience in California. He aims to make first steps feel manageable for someone who is worried or unsure about therapy.

Sessions are conversational and down-to-earth, with an emphasis on practical change rather than jargon. Eric uses clear, relatable explanations to help people understand what comes up for them. He listens for patterns tied to family history, attachment, and repeated relationship problems.

Background and approach

From there he helps clients try small changes in thinking and behavior to see what works in real life. His background includes work in nonprofit, government, and independent practice settings. Eric also draws on personal experience of having been a therapy client, which he says gave him insight into what helps people feel understood and stay engaged in the work.

Eric has focused experience with stress, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, grief, addiction, anger, and a range of relationship and family issues. He also addresses topics like self-esteem, communication problems, abandonment, control issues, and isolation or loneliness. He offers straightforward psychoeducation and skill building alongside conversations about meaning and identity.

Eric describes a flexible approach that blends attachment-informed listening with cognitive tools and exploration of personal values. The goal is practical relief and clearer next steps for daily life.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current bonds and reactions. Online sessions using this approach help people notice relationship patterns and practice new ways of connecting with family or close others.

Client-Centered Therapy centers on being heard and accepted. In remote sessions this means the therapist listens without judgment and mirrors what is said so clients can clarify their feelings and decide what matters most.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Eric will collaborate with each person to pick methods that fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That may mean starting with simple coping skills, then adding deeper exploration of family history or meaning over time.

Online formats offer flexible ways to meet when life is busy. Video calls let someone read facial cues and tone, phone sessions make scheduling easier, and live chat or text messaging can support short check-ins and ongoing reflection between sessions. These options make it easier to build consistency and keep therapy connected to everyday life.

Attachment-Based Therapy

Looks at how early bonds shaped what you expect from closeness, and how that plays out now with a partner, a parent, or your own children.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?

He works with a broad range of issues including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, grief, addictions, relationship and family problems, stress, and trauma-related concerns.

What is his therapeutic style like?

His style blends attentive listening with practical tools. He combines attachment-informed listening, cognitive behavioral techniques, and exploration of values to help clients make small, useful changes.

How long has he practiced and what is his background?

He has 15 years of clinical experience and has worked in nonprofit, government, and independent practice settings. He also draws on personal experience of having been a therapy client.

What are his credentials and where is he licensed?

He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, CA LMFT 48383, and practices in California.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

How are sessions delivered?

Sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.

How are costs handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What should I do to begin working with him?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

LGBT
Anger management
Self esteem

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 15 years
Licensed: California
Languages: English

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