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01About Wesley
Dr. Wesley Erwin helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, grief, depression, and major life changes. He also supports people facing addiction, issues around intimacy, parenting concerns, anger, self-esteem problems, career transitions, and compassion fatigue.
He brings two decades of experience as a practitioner, supervisor, and teacher in mental health. Wes holds a Ph.D. in Counseling and Human Development and practices as an LPCC in Minnesota. He begins by listening closely to what a person wants and needs.
Background and approach
That first step guides how sessions proceed and what goals are set. Sessions focus on clear, practical work. He uses client-centered listening to understand a person’s perspective.
He also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to notice and change unhelpful thinking and solution-focused steps to build immediate, usable strategies. He pays attention to a person’s culture and environment when planning care. That helps make recommendations realistic and relevant to daily life.
Trust, honest communication, and hope are central to his approach. Wes emphasizes flexibility - different people need different kinds of help at different times. He aims to create simple, concrete ways to move forward and to help people regain a sense of control and purpose.
02Credentials
- LPCC (Minnesota)
- License CC00121 · expires February 2026
- NPI
- 1649568064 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything Wesley lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Blended family issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Divorce and separation
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Young adult issues
Methods Wesley names
These are the methods Wesley names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
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04Online support
How therapeutic approaches translate to online care
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding a person’s view. In online sessions this means the therapist uses reflective listening to build trust and set goals that matter to the client. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors; online CBT often includes simple exercises between sessions to practice new skills. Solution-Focused Therapy zeroes in on practical steps and small changes that move a person toward their goals, which can be especially useful in short, targeted online check-ins.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That choice can change over time, and the plan is adjusted as progress is made.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video sessions are good for face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions work when bandwidth is limited or a quicker check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging are useful for brief updates, coaching-style support, or when typing feels easier than speaking. These options make scheduling more flexible and help people fit therapy into busy lives.
05Questions people ask
What concerns does this therapist handle?
This therapist works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, parenting and career concerns, and related challenges such as compassion fatigue, self-esteem, and midlife transitions.
How would sessions feel and what is the approach?
Sessions start with listening and clear communication. The style blends client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral techniques and solution-focused steps to build practical coping skills.
How much experience does the therapist have?
The clinician has about 20 years of experience providing counseling, supervision, and teaching in mental health settings.
What credentials and location are listed?
The therapist holds a Ph.D. in Counseling and Human Development and practices as an LPCC in Minnesota.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Work can be done via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and needs.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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