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Eric Billig

Therapist · California

Practical, mind-body informed therapy

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Eric Billig
Credentials
LMFT
License
LMFT, California · 112750
NPI
1023357977
Experience
22 years
Languages
English
Location
California
  • Neuro-cognitive perspective
  • Practical tools
  • Clear plain language

About Eric

Eric Billig is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with more than 22 years of clinical experience. He blends an interest in how the body and brain interact with talk therapy to help people understand why they feel or act the way they do. His plain explanations aim to make therapy feel less mysterious and more useful for daily life.

He uses a neuro-cognitive perspective to link mental patterns with bodily responses. That means he explains how habits of thought and behavior shape automatic responses, and then offers practical steps to change those patterns. Clients receive straightforward information about how their psyche works and tools they can try between sessions.

Eric focuses on a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, grief, depression, and issues around intimacy and relationships. He also addresses attention differences, codependency, parenting strain, career stress, and end-of-life matters. He frames these topics in clear, actionable terms rather than technical jargon.

Sessions emphasize learning and practice. He aims to help people notice automatic reactions, try small changes, and track what works. The work often combines reflective conversation with exercises meant to shift habits over time.

Eric practices in California and brings two decades of experience to his work. He invites people who want a practical, mind-body informed approach to consider whether his style fits their goals.

How therapeutic approaches guide online work

Client-Centered Therapy centers the person’s experience and priorities. The therapist listens and reflects to help people name what matters and decide next steps. This approach is useful for stress, relationship concerns, and when someone needs a respectful space to sort feelings.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches ways to notice thoughts and bodily sensations without getting swept up by them. It can help with anxiety, rumination, sleep problems, and managing strong emotions by building steady attention and simple daily practices.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their goals and preferences. That process can involve trying different techniques and adjusting as progress and needs change.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the specific session formats before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, require less travel, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It also supports continuity when in-person visits are difficult. Ask about the available session arrangements when you begin the matching process to see what will work best for your routine.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyExistential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic Therapy

Experience

22+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does this therapist address?

He helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, grief, depression, and intimacy or relationship difficulties, among other concerns.

What is the therapy style like in sessions?

Sessions blend conversation with practical education about how thought and behavior shape reactions. Expect clear explanations and exercises to try between visits.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He brings 22 years of experience working in mental health and tailoring methods to individual needs.

What credential does the therapist hold and where is he based?

He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, and practices in California.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are involved in getting started?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule based on the therapist's availability.

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