- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship concerns
- Addiction and anger
About Eric
Eric Balme is a California-licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with 32 years of experience. He works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy concerns, anger, and ADHD. Sessions are conducted in English and international clients are accepted.
He helps people who are facing relationship strain, commitment questions, or communication breakdowns. He also works with those coping with addiction, caregiver stress, and effects of trauma or disaster. Common topics include codependency, impulsivity, and fatherhood issues.
In sessions he focuses on straightforward conversation and practical steps. He aims to make it possible to talk about difficult feelings without judgment. That often means naming patterns, trying new ways to communicate, and planning small, doable changes between meetings.
His work draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address emotion regulation, relationship dynamics, and behaviors linked to addiction or impulsivity. He helps clients notice the forces that keep them stuck and then practice different responses.
Clients can expect a direct, problem-focused approach that balances emotional discussion with skills practice. He encourages realistic pacing and regular check-ins about what is or isn’t helping. To begin, clients follow the site’s matching steps to schedule a first session.
Evidence-based approaches for relationship and behavior change
Eric uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage strong emotions and improve how they relate to others. One common approach focuses on learning specific skills for emotion regulation and anger management, teaching practical steps to recognize triggers and respond differently. Another approach concentrates on relationship patterns and communication, helping people notice recurring dynamics, practice clearer expression, and try new ways of connecting.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. He will collaborate with each client to match methods to current goals and life demands. That means discussing what feels realistic, testing techniques in small ways, and adjusting the plan based on what helps most.
The practical benefits of doing therapy online include fitting sessions into a busy week and reducing travel time. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm which options are available before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to keep regular meetings, allow brief check-ins when needed, and accommodate different rhythms of work or caregiving while focusing on behavior change and relationship work.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
32+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, anger, and ADHD, with additional focus on addiction, caregiver stress, codependency, and related topics.
How does he approach feeling stuck?
He uses evidence-based techniques and direct conversation to identify patterns, practice new responses, and set small actionable steps between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He brings 32 years of professional experience as a clinician in California.
What are his credentials and location?
He is a California LMFT and practices with a focus on clients in and beyond California.
In which languages can I speak with him?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography did not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions billed?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.