Erin Cook, PsyD
Who I Work With
I primarily work with women navigating anxiety, identity shifts, and emotional overwhelm during pregnancy, postpartum, and early parenthood.
Many of my clients are high-functioning, capable individuals who appear steady on the outside, but feel anxious, stuck, or disconnected internally.
I frequently work with:
Perinatal anxiety, including pregnancy and postpartum concerns
Intrusive thoughts and fear-based thinking (including postpartum OCD)
Identity shifts related to motherhood
High-functioning anxiety and perfectionism
Relationship stress and transitions into parenthood
I also work with adults outside the perinatal period who are navigating anxiety, life transitions, and patterns that feel difficult to shift on their own.
How I Work
My approach is collaborative, thoughtful, and grounded in evidence-based care.
I draw from:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Insight-oriented and relational approaches
Attachment-informed work
Therapy with me is not one-size-fits-all. We work to understand patterns at their root, while also building practical tools to reduce anxiety and increase a sense of stability and clarity.
I aim to create a space that feels both supportive and honest — where you can explore what’s happening internally while also making meaningful, sustainable change.
Co-Occurring Concerns
Many of the clients I work with are navigating more than one challenge at a time.
This may include:
Anxiety alongside depression or burnout
Relationship strain during major life transitions
The emotional impact of fertility challenges, pregnancy, or postpartum experiences
We approach these concerns together, with attention to both immediate relief and longer-term patterns.
Background & Training
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 10 years of experience across a range of clinical settings.
My background includes:
Providing therapy to children, adolescents, and adults in community mental health and outpatient settings
Extensive experience in psychological assessment and diagnostic evaluation
Training in trauma, attachment, and evidence-based treatment approaches
I also completed specialized training in maternal mental health through Postpartum Support International, with a focus on perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
Diversity & Inclusion
I work with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and identities, and approach therapy with cultural humility, curiosity, and respect.
I aim to create a space where clients feel understood in the context of their full experience — including identity, culture, relationships, and life circumstances.
Location & Availability
I am based in Northern Virginia and offer:
In-person therapy in Vienna, VA
Virtual therapy throughout Virginia
Get Started
If you’re looking for thoughtful, collaborative support for anxiety, perinatal concerns, or life transitions, you can take the next step below.