Destinay Erbie

I earned my Master of Social Work from Rutgers University in 2012 and have developed my clinical experience across a variety of mental health settings, including residential treatment, partial hospitalization, case management, individual and group therapy, care coordination, and crisis intervention. These experiences have given me the opportunity to work with individuals facing a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and life challenges while developing a comprehensive understanding of the many factors that can affect mental and emotional well-being.

I work with adolescents and adults who may be experiencing anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, life transitions, emotional challenges, sexuality exploration, self-esteem concerns, grief and loss, or simply feel like they are struggling to find their way forward. Wherever you are in your journey, therapy can provide an opportunity to slow down, gain clarity, process what you’re experiencing, and begin creating meaningful change.

My approach is client-centered, compassionate, and strengths-based. I believe therapy should be a collaborative process and you are the expert on your own life. You know yourself, your experiences, and your needs better than anyone else. My role is not to steer the ship for you, but to serve as a supportive guide alongside you. Together, we can explore where you are, where you would like to go, and what may help you get there.

Our first session is an opportunity for us to get to know one another and begin creating a comfortable, supportive, and respectful therapeutic relationship. I will invite you to share what brings you to therapy, what you have been experiencing, and what you hope to gain from counseling.

We will also discuss confidentiality, the therapy process, expectations for treatment, and any questions you may have.

I may ask questions about your current challenges, personal history, relationships, strengths, coping strategies, and goals. This helps me better understand your experiences and support you. You are welcome to share only what you feel comfortable discussing, and we will move at a pace that respects your needs.