Inspiring Self-Empowerment. Celebrating Progress.

Therapy That is Unique to You

Adapting to the varied needs of our clients, we treat a variety of mental health disorders and provide a neutral ground for individuals, families, and couples to address their challenges.

Treatment Focus

Our top priority is to help you heal, energize, and become aware of your inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a practical treatment plan.

Support You Can Count On

We want to be there for you every step of your journey. While our goal is not to tell you what to do, it is to empower you with the insight to grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.

Meet Our Owner

HI, I'M BRITTINY!

It is nice to virtually meet you, and I hope we will have a chance to meet more personally in the future! Until then, please know that I am grateful for your interest in Essence Counseling and Wellness, and as its founder, I am committed to helping you live a life you love.

My experiences as a therapist, educator, and friend have inspired my therapeutic approach, and I am confident we can work together to meet your wellness and professional goals.

In private practice for over 10 years, I have had the opportunity to apply proven methods, and I take pride in the individualized and effective psychological care I deliver. In fact, that is what sets Essence apart– flexibility and a streamlined treatment focus.

Erica Smalla, LCSW-A

Hi! I'm Erica!

Welcome—I’m so glad you're here. Therapy should feel like a collaboration—not a prescription. My goal is to co-create a space where all parts of you are welcome. I’m especially passionate about serving the LGBTQ+ community, neurodivergent individuals, and anyone doing the sacred work of healing from the inside out.

Therapeutic Approach

My favorite evidence-based approach to use is one that blends neuroscience, creativity and heart. This work has a unique incorporation of Internal Family Systems (IFS), play-based interventions, and trauma-aware, identity-affirming care. Whether you’re navigating grief, neurodivergence, anxiety, or a longing for deeper connection with your authentic self. I’m here to help you feel seen, safe, and empowered.

Experience

Before joining Essence, I worked internationally in education and community mental health and recently completed dual master’s degrees in Social Work and Education. I’m rooted in the belief that you already carry incredible wisdom within you. I just help you listen to it.

You deserve to feel whole. I’m here to help you get there.

Inspiring Self-Empowerment. Celebrating Progress.

Therapy That is Unique to You

Treatment Focus

Support You Can Count On

Meet Our Owner

HI, I'M BRITTINY!

Erica Smalla, LCSW-A

Hi! I'm Erica!

Therapeutic Approach

Experience

You deserve to live well. Essence is here for you.

Are you interested in learning more about therapy?

Inspiring Self-Empowerment. Celebrating Progress.

Therapy That is Unique to You

Treatment Focus

Support You Can Count On

Meet Our Owner

HI, I'M BRITTINY!

Erica Smalla, LCSW-A

Hi! I'm Erica!

Therapeutic Approach

Experience

You deserve to live well. Essence is here for you.

Are you interested in learning more about therapy?

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