Erica Lima
Social worker
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About me
I believes that healing happens in relationships—with ourselves, our bodies, and others. My work centers on helping people reconnect with parts of themselves that have been silenced, hidden, or shaped by survival. I integrate somatic and Internal Family Systems (IFS) approaches where you can explore your inner world with curiosity, not judgment. I support people navigating the visceral and physical impact of complex trauma, anxiety, perfectionism, religious harm, and deep feelings of disconnection—often showing up as nervous system dysregulation, self-doubt, people-pleasing, or a fear of being truly seen.
With over a decade of experience in community mental health, residential, and private practice settings, I’ve walked alongside folks from many different walks of life—including those in helping professions, immigrants adjusting to new cultures, parents, activists, and those unpacking the impact of whiteness and systemic harm. My practice is guided by anti-oppressive, social justice-centered values, and I bring humility, humor, and deep respect into the work. Whether you’re longing to feel more at home in your body, your relationships, or your story—I’m here to support your process with care and compassion.
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I allow space for things to unfold organically, approaching our sessions with curiosity and care. Together, we’ll gently explore any blocks, resistance, or protective patterns that may be affecting your ability to connect—whether with yourself, others, or the world around you. I will support knowledge and awareness through nervous system support and regulation, and how to work with the body to achieve deeper connection to yourself.
My approach is grounded in Internal Family Systems (IFS), cultural somatics, and somatic therapies. These frameworks help us tune into the body’s wisdom, uncovering how old patterns, visceral reactions, and attachment dynamics may still be shaping your present-day experiences. Through this work, we can begin to soften self-protection, restore inner trust, and support your path toward greater self-awareness and healing.
Additionally, I also work with white folks who want a space to heal from internalized white superiority, to speak truthfully about our past and process somatically the generational legacy of whiteness and white supremacy.
I offer a 15 min FREE consultation to see if we're a good fit for each other. I usually recommend a minimum of 6 months working together as it takes time to build new connections and habits. I often have folks who work with me long term as well on a weekly or bi-weekly rotation. Reach out today!
