Erica Tatum-Sheade
LCSW, RPT, CDWF • Licensed Clinical Social Worker
About
With a passion for empowering young minds and a unique blend of therapeutic approaches, Erica Tatum-Sheade, LCSW, RPT, CDWF stands at the forefront of child and adolescent mental health care. As a Co-Owner of Integrated Mental Health Associates, Erica brings a wealth of expertise to her role as a Child and Adolescent Practitioner.
Erica's therapeutic toolbox is impressively diverse, combining evidence-based practices with innovative techniques. She is skilled in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a cornerstone approach for helping young clients reshape thought patterns and behaviors. Her proficiency in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) offers cutting-edge trauma treatment, while her specialization in Adlerian Play Therapy provides a gentle, child-centered approach to healing.
As a Registered Play Therapist (RPT), Erica harnesses the power of play to help children express themselves, process emotions, and develop coping strategies in a safe, nurturing environment. This credential speaks to her deep understanding of child development and her ability to connect with young clients on their level.
Erica's commitment to holistic growth is further exemplified by her certification as a Daring Way Facilitator (CDWF). This qualification, based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown, allows Erica to guide clients through issues of vulnerability, courage, shame, and worthiness, fostering resilience and authenticity in children and adolescents as they navigate the challenges of growing up.
At Integrated Mental Health Associates, Erica co-leads a practice dedicated to open, professional, and effective mental health care. Her approach is characterized by a blend of warmth, expertise, and a genuine dedication to the well-being of young people and their families. Whether working with a child struggling with anxiety, an adolescent processing trauma, or a family navigating relational challenges, Erica brings her full array of skills to bear, creating tailored treatment plans that address each client's unique needs.
Qualifications
Certifications, Memberships & Training
- Registered Play Therapist
- Certified Daring Way Facilitator
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
- Adlerian Play Therapy
State Licenses
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Specialties & Expertise
Specializations
- Anxiety
- Child or Adolescent
State Licenses
- Arizona
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Locations
Integrated Mental Health Associates - Scottsdale
8079 N 85th Way
Scottsdale, AZ 85258