Hello! My name is Eric Eason. I have a Master of Arts Degree in Counseling Education with a concentration in mental health and substance use. I am also a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Certified Advance Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC). I have been providing counseling services for more than 25 years in various settings, e.g., inpatient treatment, residential treatment, intensive outpatient treatment, outpatient treatment, crisis center, jail/ prison reentry. My personal motto … “It’s not where you start, but where you finish.”
My theoretical approaches range from several cognitive behavioral therapies which include Cognitive Restructuring. (Rational Self-Analysis and Rational Emotive Therapy). My counseling techniques consists of Motivational Interviewing, identifying negative thoughts, goal setting, problem-solving, self-monitoring, practicing new skills (coping skills and rehearsing/role-playing), journaling, relaxation techniques, and career planning.
I specialize in in the following areas, however this list is not exhaustive, if you have any questions please reach out.
* Alcohol-related Traffic Offenses including
* Addictions (Substance Use)
* Adjustment Issues/Coping with Life Changes
* Anger Management/Control Issues
* Anxiety (social, generalized)
* Attention Deficit/ Hyperactivity
* Depression and other Depressive Mood Disorders
* Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
* Problems related to family/interpersonal relationships
Thank you for reading my profile and I hope to work with you.