Mental Health Therapy for children, teens, and adults in NC & FL
Therapy that helps you grow through life’s ebbs and flows.
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Feeling constantly in your head, overthinking conversations, decisions, or fixating on worst-case-scenarios. Feeling unsettled without a clear trigger. Maybe your mind is constantly racing, or everything feels heavy and numb. Therapy can help you find tools to calm your mind and your body.
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Maybe you’re moving, noticing shifting dynamics in your friendships or relationships, graduating, starting a new job, or entering a new phase of parenting. Change can stir up strong emotions, uncertainty, and all of the “what ifs?” Adulthood is hard, and it doesn’t come with a handbook. Therapy is a space where you can process your experiences and organize your thoughts.
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Old wounds usually don’t just stay in the past. They often show up in our relationships, our self-talk, and how we see the world around us. If trauma or a hurtful event is still shaping how you move through life, therapy can provide a space for you to heal in a way that feels safe and supported.
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You may not have a clear diagnosis or reason, just a lingering sense that something is off… and that’s okay. You don’t need to have it all figured out (or be in crisis mode) to begin. Together, we can explore what’s underneath the surface and find ways to break patterns that might have you stuck in an unhelpful loop.
The tides may shift, but you don’t have to lose your footing.
By the time we meet, my clients are often feeling anxious, depressed, facing big changes, ready to untangle thoughts and feelings connected with stress or trauma, or drained by the constant balancing act of life.
Together, we’ll move towards calmer waters and build strength with every step.
I’m emily.
I aim to provide steady support in a constantly changing world.
If you’re anything like me, I much prefer a beach day with calm and gentle waves - though I know it’s unrealistic to expect that every time. Inevitably, storms will come, tides will shift, and rougher waves will roll in.
While we can’t control the storms, tides, or waves, we can strengthen the skills that help us navigate our way through when life gets choppy. In our time together, I provide a judgement-free, compassionate space for us to collaborate and work towards your goals so that you feel equipped to ride any of the waves life brings your way.
what you can expect from me
I believe that growth happens when you feel seen & supported.
Through years of experience, I’ve found that healing happens most naturally in the context of a safe, nonjudgmental relationship. Establishing a strong and trusting connection with clients is always my greatest priority. While I’m closely guided by techniques found in evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), my work is rooted in connection, collaboration, and empowerment.
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is about learning how to take a step back from unhelpful thoughts and feelings - noticing them but not letting them take control. Instead of struggling against your thoughts and feelings, the focus is on choosing actions that align with your values, so that you can live a life that feels meaningful to you.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) centers around the idea that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are closely connected. By improving your ability to recognize and challenge unhelpful ways of thinking, you can reduce stress and build healthier patterns in daily life.
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Studies show that one of the strongest predictors of successful therapy is the quality of the relationship between therapist and client. Feeling supported, respected, and understood creates a strong foundation for real growth and positive changes.
Ready to Dive in?
Starting therapy can feel like a big step.
I’m here to make it simple!
Click this link to request a free, confidential consultation. No pressure, no commitment - just a conversation to see if I’m the right fit for you!