Erica Realpe, MA, LMFT

Many families, couples, and individuals struggle with feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or
uncertain about how to navigate life’s challenges. Whether it’s balancing the complexities of
parenting, maintaining a strong marriage, or raising a child with special needs, it’s common to
feel lost and unsure of where to turn.


As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I understand the weight of these challenges
deeply. I’ve walked in your shoes—not just as a therapist, but as a mother to a child with Down
Syndrome, a wife balancing family and ministry, and someone who is committed to helping
others find their way. I know what it’s like to face the unexpected and search for answers that
seem out of reach.


But you don’t have to face these struggles alone.

A Personalized Approach to Your Family’s Unique Needs

With my professional expertise and personal experience, I’m here to guide you through the
complexities of family life. Whether you're dealing with parenting challenges, seeking to
strengthen your marriage, or navigating the unique needs of a child with special needs, I offer
compassionate support to help you find clarity and connection.

Together, we’ll work on strengthening your relationships, overcoming obstacles, and creating a
nurturing environment where everyone can thrive. I offer a variety of services to support your
journey, including:

  • Counseling for couples and family

  • Educational Workshops on parenting, marriage and family dynamics

  • Community support for parents of children with special needs

Empowering You to Lead Your Family Toward Healing and Hope

Your story doesn’t have to be one of struggle. It can be one of hope, healing, and peace. Let’s
work together to rewrite your narrative, helping you and your family move toward a brighter,
more connected future.

You can reach out to me today by phone, email, or text. You don’t have to wait.

My areas of specialty and focus are:

  • Parenting Challenges: Supporting parents in navigating the complexities of raising children, particularly those with special needs like Down Syndrome.

  • Individuals with Intellectual and other Disabilities: Teach emotional regulation skills, and processing what they need based on their level of understanding by slowing down my speech, repeating topics and using visuals as needed.

  • Marriage and Relationship Dynamics: Helping couples maintain and strengthen their relationships, especially when facing the pressures of family life and external demands.

  • Special Needs Advocacy: Providing guidance to families raising children with special needs, drawing from your personal experience as a mother to a child with Down Syndrome.

  • Seminar and Workshop Speaker: In any of the above topics. Including mental health topic, self-care, marriage conferences, parenting, kids and teen topics, and more.

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Testimonials

Thank you for being here for us with empathy, honesty, and diplomacy. As we went through tense exchanges, you always guided us tactfully and adapted to whatever any of us brought up, while maintaining a clear, connected thread / keeping sight of the core issue.