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Erika Calderon, LCSW(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
New York
Adjustment difficulties & disorders- Anxiety - Depression- LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics- Life transitions- Trauma-
AboutSpecialtiesLocationsInsurance & Fees

Professional statement

Erika is a bilingual Latina psychotherapist dedicated to helping individuals and couples find healing, growth, and resilience. With a focus on trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions, she provides a warm, collaborative space where clients feel supported and empowered to create meaningful change. Her cultural background and clinical experience allow her to approach each person’s story with deep empathy, sensitivity, and understanding.

Drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Family Systems Theory, Erika helps clients understand patterns that may be holding them back and teaches practical tools to build emotional balance and healthier relationships. She works closely with couples to improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen their connection through evidence-based strategies.

Known for her compassionate and goal-oriented approach, Erika believes therapy should not only foster insight but also provide clear steps toward personal growth. Together with her clients, she sets actionable goals that translate insight into real-life progress. Whether you are navigating a life transition or healing from past experiences, she is committed to helping you move forward with confidence and clarity.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 18 years


NYU, MSW, 2008

Licensure

New York: 090942

Languages

English, Spanish

Specialties

Adjustment difficulties & disorders - Support around adapting to new and/or challenging life circumstances; skill-building for improved stress management and reduction of anxiety.

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics - Exploring topics of sexuality, gender, and identity; coping with discrimination and oppression; navigating relationship, family, and cultural challenges

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Allied Benefits
  • Aetna - Assurant Health
  • Aetna - WebTPA
  • Aetna Student Health Insurance
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Columbia University Student Health Insurance Plan (Aetna)
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • FIT Student Health Insurance (Aetna)
  • Lyra Health
  • New School Student Insurance (United Healthcare Student Resources)
  • Optum
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Student Health Plan

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$175 (50min)

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