Rooted in Psychology. Open to Possibility.
What happens after life turns itself upside down? This is the question that we are challenged to answer when what we fear the most happens. How you answer this question is unique to you.
What I’ve discovered, as a grief and trauma therapist, is that the human spirit - especially in its most vulnerable state - holds transformative wisdom. It has been, and continues to be, my sacred privilege to witness this firsthand.
Welcome. I’m Emily.
There's a quote by Samuel Decker Thompson that really resonates with me: “We are all just a car crash, a diagnosis, an unexpected phone call, a newfound love, or a broken heart away from becoming a completely different person."
There have been times, like this, that changed me in ways that I could never have predicted. And while I’ve experienced many difficulties and losses over the course of my life, there are two that challenged everything that I thought I knew (both personally and professionally) - my daughter’s brain injury and my son’s death.
Today, I approach therapy more humbly and holistically. Experience has taught me that deep grief and recovery from pervasive trauma may require more than traditional talk therapy alone. So… while I remain grounded in science and evidence-based practices, I’ve come to appreciate the clarity that can come from many complementary wellness practices.
holistic trauma & grief therapist
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Certified EMDR Therapist
Certified Grief Counselor
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What is holistic therapy?
Holistic psychotherapy generally includes the integration of more traditional methods along with less conventional approaches. Instead of viewing mental health in isolation, a holistic approach sees the mind, body, and spirit as one interconnected unit that works in harmony to maintain balance.
Together, you and I can explore any traditional and/or nontraditional options that align with your beliefs, your goals, and the way you naturally heal.
Traditional Options
CBT (Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy)
ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)
Grief Counseling **
Applied Behavior Analysis **
Attachment-Based Theory
Ego State | Parts Theory
Couples (Gottman, EFCT)
Family Systems (Bowenian, Adlerian, Structural, etc.)
Nontraditional Options
EMDR (Eye Movement, Desensitization, and Reprocessing) **
Jungian / Depth Psychology
symbolism,
shadow work,
active imagination, etc.
Mindfulness
Energy Psychology
** Certified
Unexpected or painful experiences can alter your life in profound ways.
Your path is unique to you, as are your life lessons. My goal is to create a space where resilience blooms and your internal wisdom shines brightly, illuminating the path ahead.
You don’t have to go through it alone. I would be honored to accompany you - however brief - on your unique journey through the matrix of life as you create healing.