Hi everyone, my name is Erin Aiello, and I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Board Certified National Certified Counselor (NCC) who believes therapy should feel human, genuine, and a little less intimidating. My path into counseling wasn’t exactly traditional — I first earned a bachelor’s degree in Architecture from the University of Missouri and worked as a healthcare interior designer. Along the way, I realized I wanted to support people not just through the spaces they move, but through real connection and meaningful healing. That realization led me to earn my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from DePaul University.

 

Navigating life can feel heavy, lonely, and overwhelming sometimes — but you don’t have to white-knuckle it alone. Starting therapy is a big deal, and I don’t take that lightly. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, respected, and genuinely understood — a place where you can show up exactly as you are while we figure things out together. I’m especially passionate about working with young adults and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders/body image struggles, and those “what am I even doing with my life?” transitions.

 

My style is human first, therapist second. I lean into a Humanistic approach because you’re not a diagnosis — you’re a person who deserves a life that actually feels good to live. I pull from DBT, CBT, ACT, CPT, and Person-Centered therapy, blending structure with authenticity. And yes, therapy with me might include humor, sarcasm, and real talk — because healing doesn’t have to feel robotic or overly clinical. (Don’t worry, we’ll still face the uncomfortable stuff head-on.)

 

I believe therapy should never be one-size-fits-all. Your story, your personality, and your strengths matter, and I’ll tailor the process to fit you — not the other way around. Together, we’ll build insight, challenge the patterns that keep you stuck, and help you reconnect with who you are underneath the noise.

 

There will be honesty, probably some laughter, maybe some tears — and a whole lot of growth along the way.