Welcome to my page! I am happy to have you join me on my journey. I am Erica Rhoads, a licensed professional counselor, scholar, and educator who focuses on how understanding and connection can lead to better relationships and better mental health. I recently completed a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision at Liberty University in May of 2024. I am passionate about helping families with children who have experienced trauma, whether that is a BIG “T” trauma or small “t” trauma. Sometimes the big Traumas are all that get noticed and get help, but the little traumas that happen over time can change the way a person’s brain functions just as easily.
Dissertation: A Phenomenological Study of Adoptive Parents’ Distress
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Let’s build Relationship & Connection.
EDUCATION
Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision (CACREP accredited) Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA Anticipated Graduation 2024
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (60 hours, CACREP accredited) August 2020 Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA Graduate with High Distinction
B.A. in Psychology (Minor: Sociology) January 1997 University of Maryland, University College, College Park, MD Honors: magna cum laude
Erica Rhoads, PhD, LPC, NCC 