- Thoughts and habits
- Practical homework
- Nonjudgmental support
About Emily
She emphasizes working together to set clear goals and a treatment plan that fits each person's life. Emily uses talk therapy plus short teaching moments and real-world exercises to keep progress moving between visits. She often assigns small homework tasks to help people practice new ways of thinking and behaving outside sessions.
Her clinical approach blends client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral techniques and motivational interviewing. That means she listens closely, helps people examine thoughts that get in the way, and supports motivation to try different habits. She also brings plain-language examples and stories to make ideas easier to use in daily life.
Emily has long experience with mood disorders, trauma and abuse, ADHD, and substance issues, and she can help people cope with major life changes or persistent stress. Her work includes family of origin issues, intimacy concerns, and grief-related struggles.
Sessions are offered in English and follow a collaborative pace based on each person’s needs. Before starting, she and the client build a plan together and revisit it as progress unfolds.
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Experience
29+ years
Credentials
Indiana
Languages
English
How her approaches shape online work
Emily blends client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral techniques and motivational interviewing to support change. Client-centered work means the conversation focuses on what matters to the person and on building trust before tasks are introduced. Cognitive behavioral work helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and try small behavior experiments to test new beliefs. Motivational interviewing helps people clarify their own reasons for change and build practical steps toward those goals.Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process. She will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their goals and comfort level, and she will adjust tools as progress is made. The plan is revisited regularly so the work stays relevant and manageable.
Confirm current session formats before booking so you know what is offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing appointments during workday breaks or evenings. It can also let someone choose shorter check-ins or video conversations depending on what suits them that day. Licensed professionals can use these options to help keep therapy consistent while matching practical needs.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Emily commonly address?
She works with adults facing depression, anxiety, grief, trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting stress, ADHD, bipolar mood concerns, and related struggles.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is client-centered and supportive, combining listening with practical tools. She uses cognitive behavioral ideas and motivational interviewing to help change thoughts and habits.
How much experience does she have?
She has 29 years of clinical experience working primarily with adults in Indiana.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in the state of Indiana.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.