About therapy I provide

The period of adolescence (roughly ages 10-19) is a unique stage of life where individuals go through many physical, social, and cognitive developmental changes. Some areas of focus when working with adolescents include: self esteem, emotional expression, identity,  academic stress, peer relations, body image, goal setting, body safety, gender, coping skills, and family dynamics.

Emily is passionate about helping young adults feel confident and capable entering their next stage of life and beyond. Together they will be exploring, processing, and conquering barriers that are causing distress. Some areas of focus when working with young adults include: life transitions, relationships, self empowerment, career and life goals, depression, anxiety, trauma,  LGBTQIA+ and substance use.

With a background in family systems therapy, Emily treats the whole family system to work cohesively and thrive. Some areas of focus when working with families include: conflict resolution, communication skills, divorce, co-parenting, family restructuring, psycho-education on various topics, identifying and processing generational trauma, substance use, and preparation for college bound child.

Whether you or a loved one is struggling with substance use, Emily approaches treatment with an empathetic and supportive approach. She believes that the recovery process starts with removing shame, providing psycho-education on addiction, treating the whole person/family, healing trauma, and developing healthy coping skills. Emily is also experienced with and knowledgable on 12 steps programs and their application in recovery when applicable

Emily offers HIPPA approved telehealth therapy (video chat therapy) through the SimplePractice platform. Clients receive their own private and secure appointment link to access their video session, as well as to complete necessary consent forms, and payment. Telehealth makes therapy accessible to all. Emily has provided over 4,000 hours of telehealth therapy, and was on the front lines providing telehealth therapy during the COVID-19 pandemic.