Elijah Rodriguez, M.A., LPC-Associate

10/12/2026

10/07/2026

Today, October 7, marks seven years of Erin Williams Counseling.

11,909 appointments.

I keep thinking about everything those appointments have held.

Your stories. Your pain. Your hurt. Your trauma and adverse experiences. Your grief and immeasurable anguish.

And your celebrations. Your wins. The moments you couldn’t wait to share:

“I got into graduate school.”�“I got married.”�“I made the honor roll.”�“I’m pregnant.”�“We’re getting married.”

And the quieter victories that carry just as much weight:

“I trust myself.”�“I believe in myself.”�“I can see my worth for the first time.”

Thank you to every single person who has trusted us with these parts of your life. Thank you for letting us sit beside you through the hurting, the healing, and the becoming.

To the parents who have entrusted us with the care of your children: we know how much that trust means. We do not take it lightly.

And to everyone who has referred someone to us, thank you. Our greatest referral source continues to be this community’s word of mouth.

Someone is vulnerable enough to say, “I’m hurting.”

And someone listening responds with our names.

That exchange feels sacred to me.
Spiritual.
Ordained.
Deeply humbling.

To know that you speak our names in those moments is a responsibility and an honor I will never take for granted.

For seven years, you have allowed us to be part of your lives. You have helped this practice grow, and you have helped others find their way to care.

Thank you for trusting us with your stories. It is an honor to be part of them.

With love and gratitude,
�Erin, Ashlea, Kelli, Kerry, Eli, Jordan

10/03/2026

🌧 Sometimes life feels like a rainy day. And while we can't always change the weather-or the circumstances we're facing-we can learn to make space for what is here.

🌧 Acceptance doesn't mean we have to like the rain. It means we stop fighting what we can't control and begin asking, "How can I take care of myself while I move through this?"

🌧 If you've been navigating some storm clouds of your own and are unsure how to weather it out further come see me!
I currently have availability and open slots Tuesday through Saturday! Unsure if we are a good fit? Schedule a free 15 minute in person consultation to see if we are a good fit for counseling. I am located at Erin Williams Counseling here in downtown Canton on the square. You can call us at (903) 567-8300, or visit us in person at 335 W Dallas St, Canton, TX 75103. Don't wait for a rainy day, lets find the umbrella together!

09/20/2026

Life Transitions come at us fast, and sometimes we do not have time to catch up! Changes make us feel rushed, disappointed, happy, and everything in between. Men tend to not give these feelings a second thought because we need to keep moving forward. Keep providing for our families, but we get lost in translation. Come and see me at Erin Williams Counseling and I would love to talk about how these impact YOU.

08/17/2026

Hey guys, I am ready to talk about how we can take the SCARY out of your sundays! Sundays are for resting but as men we choose to constantly stay busy. Where is the connection? Where is that hobby you keep putting off week after week? If you are ready to talk about how to get your "old" self back, I am ready to help rebuild and renew with you in mind. Let's talk about it over at Erin Williams Counseling in downtown Canton. Give us a call at (903)-567-8300 and secure your slot with me today. Im available Wednesday-Saturdays and ready to meet you where you are.

08/15/2026

🌟 Therapy isn't always easy. It can be hard, uncomfortable, and sometimes feel like a long process. There may be setbacks, difficult moments, and days when progress feels slow. But I SEE YOU.

🌟 You don't have to navigate the tough things in life alone. Therapy is about having someone beside you as you work through the hard moments, make sense of what you're feeling, and find your way forward.

🌟 Sometimes we all want to RUSH the end, RUSH the process, but you cannot RUSH YOU. I want to be there to see you take steps forward, and what taking steps back look like so we can move forward some more. I would love to talk more about taking baby steps at Erin Williams Counseling in downtown Canton. Our office is located at 335 W Dallas St, Canton, TX 75103, or give us a call at (903) 567-8300. I have slots open Wednesday-Saturday now and I would love to see what you bring to session!

08/10/2026

Sundays do NOT have to be scary, but a day of resting and recharging for the upcoming week. I would love to talk more about how to SLOW down and take a moment to reconnect with yourself again! You can find me in downtown canton at Erin Williams Counseling, or give us a call at (903) 567-8300. With work and school coming back into full swing soon, now would be a great time to tackle it head on!

07/07/2026

June may be over guys, but prioritizing your mental health is still ongoing. You should NOT have to sacrifice your voice for hard work. You should not have to CARRY all of your feelings alone. From one man to another, let's talk about what iron sharpening iron can mean in more ways than just physical strength. Give us a call now at (903) 567-8300 and ask for a free 15 minute consultation with me so we can talk in person about what you want out of counseling. Or be bold and schedule an appointment now! Our office is located at 335 W Dallas St, Canton, TX 75103! Better hurry before the summer slots are full!

06/26/2026

✴️ Growth happens when we stop believing everything has to be either/or. Life can be about BEING BOTH. We do not have to eliminate every contradiction-but can make room for complexity because life is complex already. With choosing to be both, we learn how to be emotionally flexible to take on each day.

✴️ You can be strong AND vulnerable, care for others AND prioritize your self, work hard AND rest because rest is NOT a reward, but a GIVEN. There is power in living life where both can exist. That's where self compassion learns to grow. That's where resilience is built, and healing begins.

✴️ Let's learn what being both is like and we can talk about how to implement that in our every day lives. Stop by Erin Williams Counseling in downtown canton to talk about how we can choose both in our lives. You can give us a call @ (903)-567-8300 to set up a free 15 minute consultation, or to set up your appointment today! We are located at 335 W Dallas St, Canton TX, 75103. Summer slots won't last long!

06/22/2026

Calling all men! Are you ready to talk about how "it is what it is" sometimes is NOT enough? Or how you are carrying too much trying to juggle work, family, and yourself? Stop by Erin Williams Counseling in Canton downtown on the square and lets talk about whats holding you back. Give us a call @903-567-8300 and you can schedule a 15 minute consultation with me to see how we can navigate whats going on with you this week. 🌟