Erin Tarkington, MAS-MFT, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist & Clinical Supervisor
About Erin
Erin Tarkington is a compassionate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and clinical supervisor in Phoenix, Arizona. She helps individuals, couples, and families strengthen emotional connection and improve communication through trauma-informed, attachment-based care. Erin creates a warm, non-judgmental space where clients can explore feelings, reduce conflict, and build deeper connection. Her therapy style is supportive, collaborative, and rooted in authenticity. She draws inspiration from leaders like Bowlby, Ainsworth, Sue Johnson, Pia Mellody, and Gabor Maté. Erin values curiosity, empathy, and the power of safe relationships in healing.
In addition to therapy, she provides clinical supervision to new professionals with insight, reflection, and care. Erin is passionate about mentoring with compassion and clarity.
Outside of therapy, she enjoys musical theater, pickleball, and softball. She has over 15 years of experience performing and directing.
Above all, Erin helps clients feel seen, supported, and empowered to grow—both individually and in their relationships.
Education & Certifications
Bachelor of Science in Human Communication (BS)
Erin proudly graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Human Communication from the Hugh Downs School of Human Communication at Arizona State University. This milestone reflects not only her academic excellence but also her commitment to understanding and improving human interaction across various contexts.
Bachelor of Science in Family and Human Development (BS)
Erin successfully earned her Bachelor of Science in Family and Human Development from Arizona State University’s T. Denny Sanford School of Social and Family Dynamics. Her studies centered on understanding the complexities of human growth, relationships, and family systems, equipping her with the knowledge and empathy to support individuals across the lifespan.
Master's of Advanced Studies in Marriage and Family Therapy (MAS)
Erin completed her Master’s of Advanced Study in Marriage and Family Therapy at Arizona State University, a rigorous, clinically focused program designed to train compassionate, ethical, and culturally competent therapists. Her graduate work reflects a deep commitment to supporting individuals, couples, and families through life’s challenges and transitions with empathy and expertise.
Infant/Family Studies Certificate - Harris Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Training Institute
Erin earned her Infant/Family Studies Certificate through the prestigious Harris Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Training Institute. This specialized post-graduate program deepened her expertise in working with infants, young children (0–5), and their caregivers, with an emphasis on early relational health, developmental understanding, and trauma-informed care.
Infant/Family Clinical Practice Certificate - Harris Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Training Institute
Erin earned her Infant/Family Clinical Practice Certificate through the esteemed Harris Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Training Institute. This advanced-level credential reflects intensive, hands-on training in dyadic clinical work with infants, toddlers, and their families, with a focus on promoting secure attachment, healing from trauma, and fostering relational health in early childhood.
Lolly Nissan, LAMFT
Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
About Lolly
Lolly is a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT), and mother of four. Lolly offers a safe, supportive space to gain meaningful solutions when dealing with relational issues, struggles, and major life changes. She is passionate about working with couples and individuals, taking a deep dive into family of origin bonds and their long-lasting impact on our current relationships. Lolly’s approach is grounded in attachment theory and trauma-informed care, including religious trauma, developmental trauma, and early attachment injuries. Lolly helps clients explore early attachment experiences, discover their attachment style and increase awareness around how we relate to ourselves and others. Lolly offers a nonjudgmental and compassionate space to uncover patterns that may be holding you back, addressing anxiety, shame, conflict, or disconnection, and helps you understand the beliefs that quietly guide your behavior. Together, we’ll reframe those beliefs into new, empowering narratives that support authentic and secure relationships.
Lolly deeply believes in normalizing the struggles that most humans find themselves dealing with, bringing a warm. inclusive, and attuned presence to therapy. Lolly’s approach blends insight with empathy, directness with humor, and always centers on building a trusting relationship. Healing happens in connection—and she believes every person has the capacity to feel truly seen, known, and valued.