Erica Balch, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Erica is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars: Clients are very satisfied with Erica. View 7 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Idaho

Recent reviews

It been great she's good at getting to the root of things instead of just teaching coping skills

My first time speaking to Erica Balch was very comforting. She is easy to talk to. I felt like we covered allot of ground during our first session. I could tell she really listens and cares. She suggested some great solutions for each situation we spoke about. We also had time to practice some conflict techniques to use in the future. Looking forward to our next session.

More about Erica

8 years' experience
Female
LCSW

Greetings! I am a social worker by heart, which means I come bearing a wholistic approach. There are many facets that make each of us individual, which also means struggles can be complex. I am a learner, so I like to hear what has been helpful to you and see if I can meet you in that place and multiply your progress. I believe in the quote from Ross Greene "people do well if they can, and if they aren't, we should figure out why so we can help them." I also subscribe to the notion that our brain is always able to change because of its plasticity, which means we all have hope that we can keep growing!

As for my background, I attended Hardin Simmons University in Abilene, Texas for my undergrad in Social Work and Boise State for my Master's of Social Work. I live in North Idaho and love the outdoors and what nature has to offer.

I also learned this from scuba diving; sometimes I forget to breathe when I'm nervous and I only learned that because I had a fantastic scuba buddy who was watching me closely and challenged me. We all need a great scuba buddy, I would like to walk alongside you in your learning to breathe again and help you find your ongoing natural scuba buddy outside of the professional environment who can continue to support and dive alongside you in all life's adventures!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Family conflicts Parenting issues Self esteem Depression Addictions Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Grief Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Anger management Career difficulties Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Attachment issues Blended family issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Divorce and separation Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Money and financial issues Mood disorders Personality disorders Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Self-harm Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

Attachment-Based Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Mindfulness Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Narrative Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy
Internal Family Systems

Licenses

Erica Balch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1376905166.

LCSW · Idaho · 39122 · Expires May 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.: Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.: Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.: There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Erica Balch

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

7 reviews

Clients mention: Great Great listener Easy Listens Recommend Understands The best Easy to talk

It been great she's good at getting to the root of things instead of just teaching coping skills

I mistyped my response to the 2nd question (I believe it was 2 anyway). I hit strongly disagree and that is so far from correct it should have been strongly agree!!!

Erica respects my values and understands my problems and concerns. Quite possibly the best counselor I've ever had.

Erica is a great listener and offers feedback that makes sense. She asks thought provoking questions and is respectful in her responses to my answers. I have really enjoyed our sessions and the opportunity to send her messages when I need to discuss a topic that doesn't warrant a whole session. I'm glad we were paired with each other!

She is a great listener and really makes you feel supported, I would highly recommend her to anyone particularly with relational issues that need to be processed.

Erica is very receptive to my needs and therapy goals. She is willing to meet me where I am at and receptive to changes when something is not working for me. I look forward to our weekly sessions knowing that at the end of each one, I have made progress, and that Erica will give me something to work for the next week.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Erica Balch offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Erica Balch works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Erica Balch speak?

Erica Balch speaks English.

How many years of experience does Erica Balch have?

Erica Balch has 8 years of experience.

Where is Erica Balch licensed to practice?

Erica Balch is licensed to practice in Idaho.

Does Erica Balch accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Erica Balch accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Erica Balch offer?

Erica Balch offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Erica Balch?

Erica Balch can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Erica Balch?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.