A B O U T

Erik Rocca MS, AMFT is a psychotherapist based in Los Angeles. He received his Masters of Science (MS) in clinical mental health counseling and counseling psychology from Marquette University. He completed his Bachelor of Arts (BA) in english literature and art history at the University of Notre Dame. For the past 6 years, Erik has worked as a clinically-informed therapeutic coach across the United States and abroad. This includes international assignments in Paris, Istanbul, and Madrid. Prior to that, Erik worked with teenagers with behavioral and substance abuse issues at Cumberland Heights in Nashville, Tennessee. In addition, Erik has worked in the art and fashion industry for over 15 years and brings this unique experience and sensitivity to his work with creative professionals across all disciplines.

Erik believes in helping individuals by restoring a sense of personal honor. Erik makes use of elements of our shared human history including: myth, archetype, and symbol to help clients discover their most authentic expression. It is Erik’s hope to help clients imagine their own stories through a more heroic and empowered lens.  

C E R T I F I C A T I O N S

The Voyage | Lou Lebentz: trauma-informed care and complex PTSD. 

The National Child Traumatic Stress Network: emotional challenges and self-care for those working with young trauma survivors. 

C.G. Jung Institute of Los Angeles: Jung at Heart (in progress).

Heather Hayes: Trauma informed transport: A Healing Approach

P R O F E S S I O N A L M E M B E R S H I P

The American Counseling Association (ACA).

The Association for Creativity in Counseling (ACC).