Erin Richter

Erin Richter, LCSW, has been with Shepherd Center since 2026.

Education and training

Smith College
Master of Social Work

About

Erin is a native of Atlanta, Georgia. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who received her Master’s degree from Smith College School for Social Work in Northampton, Massachusetts.

Erin began her career at the Atlanta VA Medical Center within the Trauma Recovery Program, specializing in trauma-informed care for Veterans. Erin has since expanded her practice to work therapeutically with both Veterans and civilians, providing dedicated support for individuals managing chronic pain, emotion regulation, relational conflicts, post-traumatic stress, and more.

Utilizing a strength-based approach, Erin strives to help her clients identify goals and acquire tools to navigate their personal paths toward healing and recovery. She creates an inviting, authentic therapeutic environment and frequently uses humor as a powerful tool to build strong, meaningful connections.

Outside of clinical practice, Erin is an avid nature lover who enjoys physical activities like hiking and biking. She also loves spending time with her family and her three dogs: Winnie, Elsa, and Rocky Road.