Our Team
Erin Garrett
Clinical Director, MSW, LCSW
Erin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who specializes in supporting children, adolescents, and families as they work together to build positive relationships and enhance family dynamics. She is a North Carolina native who earned her undergraduate degree in Social Work from Appalachian State University, with a minor in Sociology. Erin then earned her Master's in Social Work from East Carolina University, with a focus on children and families.
As a seasoned professional for over 25 years, Erin has both family and community-based experiences, including the implementation of crisis intervention and trauma-focused strategies, delivery of early intervention and home-based services, as well as the supervision of undergraduate and graduate students. For the last 15 years, Erin has primarily focused on youth and young adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
Birch Therapy clinical director, therapist for ages 3+ for individual & family therapy, parent consultations, emotionally focused groups, & clinical supervision
Erin works from a family-centered approach, based upon the belief that the most effective way to ensure safety, permanency, and well-being is to provide services that engage, involve, strengthen, and support families as a whole. She enjoys using a variety of modalities to best meet the preferences of her clients, including mindfulness, motivational interviewing, DBT, CBT, as well as TF-CBT. Erin has also found great value in the use of therapeutic enhancements such as play, art, and sand tray, which can be both effective and enjoyable ways to connect with youth.
My Style
Currently, Erin resides in Southern Wake County with her husband and two teenage daughters, as well as two dogs and a cat who keep life even more interesting. When she is not working, Erin enjoys practicing her own mindfulness through holistic cooking and exercise, as well as making time for hobbies that include knitting and music.
My Focus Areas
Triple P (Levels 1-4)
Autism Spectrum Disorder Training
LGBTQIA + Affirmative Care
Executive Functioning Coaching
Emotion Coaching
Sandtray Therapy
Seeing Red
Play Therapy™
Parent Consultations
LCSW Clinical Supervisor
From an early age, I have always surrounded myself with an eclectic group of friends, finding enjoyment in learning about others who come from different backgrounds and seeing how this has helped me in return learn more about myself. The importance of acceptance was taught to me at an early age by two parents who themselves worked within the mental health and special education fields. In doing so, I have come to believe that each and every person I meet is like an unwrapped present. Just as we learn what joys a gift may bring as we untie the bow and gently pull off the beautiful wrapping, we also learn more about each individual as we take the time to see who they truly are at their core.
Jump ahead into my adulthood...Probably the most significant professional impact for me came in my previous place of employment where I supported individuals with neurodivergence. It was at this time that I realized the importance of having professionals who utilize a specialized approach to each family's unique circumstances. This knowledge has been central to my work in social work, where my daily mission is to empower all people, while focusing on the dignity and worth of every person.
My Why
Wake up every day with a goal of being a "good enough" parent.
Lover of live music and bonfires.
My happy place is my kitchen.
Dreams of living on a farm with lots of fur babies.
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Not ashamed to admit my fondness for Mr. Rogers, Bob Ross, & John Denver.
Devoted to upholding human rights and social justice.
Raleigh, North Carolina
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Located in the heart of Raleigh, our office is conveniently situated near Fred Fletcher Park, St. Mary's Street, Wade Avenue, and Glenwood Avenue, just minutes from Broughton High School and Raleigh Charter High School.
The office offers convenient parking, a dedicated playroom for children, and afternoon appointment availability, creating a welcoming space for children, teens, parents, and families.