Erin Olson

Embracing a holistic, strengths-based approach to mental health, Erin Olson, M.Ed., M.S., LPC, offers a unique blend of expertise that spans both education and counseling. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Erin provides compassionate support to adults and adolescents grappling with anxiety, trauma, depression, and the complexities of life transitions.

Erin's therapeutic approach is a thoughtful integration of strengths-based, mindfulness, and trauma-informed methodologies. She creates a warm, attuned, and nonjudgmental environment where clients can feel truly seen and understood. Her style encourages self-compassion and fosters an ability to observe and trust one's experiences, helping clients break free from old patterns and live with a renewed sense of meaning and purpose.

With a Masters in Education and eight years of experience as a special education teacher, Erin brings a rich background to her counseling practice. She has completed training in EMDR and is a certified Positive Discipline parent educator, offering specialized parent consultations for those seeking targeted support with specific behaviors or situations. Her expertise extends beyond individual therapy; Erin has delivered presentations on trauma and Positive Discipline to teachers, parent groups, and graduate-level college classes.

Erin's counseling experience encompasses work with adults, children, and adolescents, addressing a wide range of clinical issues including depression, anxiety, PTSD, and ADHD. She is particularly attuned to the needs of Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs), recognizing the unique challenges and strengths associated with this trait.

At Flourish Counseling Milwaukee, Erin offers individual therapy sessions and parent consultations. Her approach is both flexible and pragmatic, always open to suggestions and feedback from clients. Whether you're struggling with worry, rumination, low self-esteem, lack of motivation, or intense emotional reactions, Erin is committed to helping you set meaningful goals and establish new ways of thinking and acting that align with your values.