Emily is an Outpatient Psychotherapist and Adjunct Psychology professor, who received her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in counseling from Clarks Summit University.
Emily has experience working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, and other behavioral health concerns through community mental health agencies. She has also gained experience working with children and adolescents in a variety of settings through community outreach programs that seek to foster overall growth and wellbeing.
Emily uses an eclectic approach to counseling, grounded in cognitive-behavioral and positive psychology techniques, focused on building up the client’s strengths and resources to promote desired change. Emily believes that every individual, couple, and family is capable of growth and healing, and she is dedicated to helping clients achieve their goals through compassionate and attentive care.
Specialties:
- Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Behavioral crisis management (BCM)
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Play Therapy
- Identity and career development
- Self-esteem and self-efficacy
- Self-care and wellbeing
- Positive Psychology
- Systemic/Family therapy
Interests:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- PTSD/Trauma
- Stress management and coping skills
- Mood Disorders
- ASD
- ADHD
- Narrative Therapy
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Services:
- Individual therapy (children, adolescents, young adults, and adults)
- Family therapy
Evidence Based Therapies:
- Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Positive Psychology
