Growing up is HARD.
Navigating friendships, relationships, family dynamics, school and work can be overwhelming, especially as you're trying to figure out who you are and what you want in life.
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It doesn't have to be so hard.
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You could have peace and balance in your relationships and responsibilities and have a deep sense of knowing yourself and where you're headed. You could have a therapist who believes in you, has your back, sees your true and authentic self, and helps you make life more manageable.
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Sound like something you'd like to explore?
Hi, I'm Emily!
I'm so glad you're here. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist, I have spent the past 8+ years working with teens and young adults in schools and clinical settings to be their most authentic selves. Teens (and their parents) often seek me out when they are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, loss, or relationship issues, or if they are having difficulty living their authentic truth. I am LGBTQ+ allied, non-binary allied, and racial justice allied. I use evidence-based practices to ensure quality service, and my goal is for you to feel safe, seen, heard and understood during our work together so that you explore your identity and find true, lasting healing.
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If we work together, I will help you face your struggles with courage, knowing you have a therapist who will support you through each step of the process.
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I look forward to diving in with you!
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MO License #: 2020003143 / WI License #: 11719 - 123
What to Expect
Step 1: Reach Out
Fill out the contact form below, and I will respond via email within 48 hours to schedule your free 15-minute consultation.
Step 2: Attend Free Consultation
During your free phone consultation, we will talk by phone to determine if I am the right fit for you (or your teen). If so, then we will decide on a regular weekly or bi-weekly time to meet.
Step 3: Complete Paperwork
I will send you an e-mail with a link to create a login for your (or your teen's) new client portal with SimplePractice and how to access the telehealth portal for our virtual therapy sessions. This will take you to a webpage to complete your intake paperwork before your (or your teen's) first appointment. If you are wanting to use insurance, I will send a link that will ask you to input your insurance details to verify whether or not I am in-network with your plan.
Step 4: Get Started with Therapy
In our first 2-3 sessions, we will spend some time getting to know one another, and I may ask you some follow up questions from your intake paperwork. We will explore your goals for therapy and how you hope your life will be different after our work together. I will then use this information to create a treatment plan that will guide our work together.
Services & Fees
Individual Telehealth Counseling for Teens
Ages 12 and above
$150 per 55 minute session
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My goal is to help you authentically navigate the many life transitions that happen throughout middle and high school. I provide virtual one-on-one therapy sessions for teens experiencing any of the following:
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anxiety
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depression
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trauma
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relationship issues
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family conflict
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grief and loss
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identity issues
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and more!
Depending on you and your family's needs, we may decide to have parent sessions where I meet alone with your caregiver(s) to guide them on how best to support you,. We may also decide to have family sessions at times to strengthen communication.
Individual Telehealth Counseling for Young Adults
Ages 18 and above
$150 per 55 minute session
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The transitions from high school to college to #adulting are full of unexpected hardships and uncertainty. Family dynamics are changing rapidly as you become increasingly independent.
Using a mix of evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, play therapy, and somatic therapy in our one-on-one virtual therapy sessions, I will help you tap into your inner strength and resilience so you feel confident setting boundaries in your relationships and tackling any curveballs that come your way.
Book Your Free Consultation
Ready to schedule your free 15-minute consultation? Please fill out this form. I will be in touch within 48 hours to schedule your free consultation. I look forward to meeting you and seeing if I'm the best fit for your needs.