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Erin McDaid, LMSW, LCSW

Stress, Anxiety Grief Bipolar disorder Depression
Video Phone Messaging

About me

Hi, I am Erin McDaid. I have been working for over eight years as a clinical therapist with adults, older adults, and older adolescents. I use a goal-oriented therapy style, focusing on areas of strength or need that are determined by the client. My style is no-nonsense and direct. I use a wide variety of skills and techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness therapy, narrative therapy, and motivational interviewing. I often assign homework for clients to complete between therapy sessions (however, I try not to make it complex or overwhelming). I do not believe in stereotyping, labeling, or stigmatizing people. I welcome working with people of all faiths, genders, sexual orientations, political affiliations, and ethnicities.

At an initial interview clients should expect to discuss with me their background (how they grew up, what they have done since high school, any relationship status), their current symptoms, any drug or alcohol use or history, any legal history, and their hopes for what they will get from therapy. During this discussion I will work to clarify any questions that occur to me and to reassure the client that both the client and I are understanding the client’s needs and history. We will also discuss what the specific issues are that brought you to therapy. Be ready to be open and forthcoming. Clients may leave their initial session with a simple homework assignment that will begin to move them forward with their treatment.

Professional experience

8 yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Grief Bipolar disorder Depression

Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, Aging and geriatric issues, Codependency, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Emptiness, Fertility issues, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Mood disorders, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-love, Sexuality, Women's issues

Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy

Services offered

Video
Phone
Messaging

License information

MI LMSW 6801099442

AZ LCSW LCSW-19647

Reviews

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Erin is a breath of fresh air! Thank you

Written on Mar 27, 2025 after therapy with Erin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem

Erin has been a huge part of my life over the last three months, during which time she has guided me through professional growth, family struggles, and interpersonal relationships. She always listens intently and provides appropriate prompts and nudges to help deepen my participation in sessions, and is quick to respond to messages and is always present during our virtual sessions. I can't thank her enough for being a fantastic sounding board and for encouraging me through some of my toughest times. I really can't say enough good things about Erin and her impact on my life.

Written on Mar 13, 2025 after therapy with Erin for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues

She is really great.

Written on Mar 11, 2025 after therapy with Erin for 7 months on issues concerning adhd

I was a little skeptical when I tried another therapist after a failure. I appreciate her approach to therapy and her honesty in expressing things you may not know. I would recommend her to anyone when looking for a therapist.

Written on Feb 20, 2025 after therapy with Erin for 3 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse

Erin has been a phenomenal therapist so far ! I have had 2 sessions with her and it has helped me substantially with calming my anxiety and working through generational trauma. She listens and shows her experience through her help in sessions. I can’t praise her enough !

Written on Jan 31, 2025 after therapy with Erin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Erin is incredible. I’m a person that needs to talk things through in order to figure them out for myself, and she’s the perfect sounding board.

Written on Nov 19, 2024 after therapy with Erin for 5 months on issues concerning depression, and self esteem