About Emily (she/her)

Who I Work With

I work with high-achieving, perfectionistic teens and young adults who feel emotionally overwhelmed, stuck in all-or-nothing thinking, or constantly questioning themselves. You may be navigating eating disorders, disordered eating, or body image concerns, and feel misunderstood or unsure how to put words to what you are experiencing.

How I Help

I help clients build skills for emotional regulation, deepen self-understanding, and develop more flexible, compassionate ways of relating to themselves so they can feel more grounded, confident, and in control of their day-to-day lives.

My Approach

I am a compassionate and thoughtful counselor who is deeply committed to creating a safe, affirming space where you feel heard, understood, and supported without judgment. I approach therapy as a collaborative process that honors your lived experience while fostering growth, insight, and meaningful change.

My work is grounded in evidence-based approaches, including:

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

• Solution-Focused Brief Therapy

• Person-Centered Therapy

• Choice/Reality Therapy

I am especially drawn to DBT-informed work and frequently integrate skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. My approach is especially helpful for those who want both practical tools and a deeper understanding of themselves, not just temporary relief.

Areas of Focus

I have experience supporting clients across the lifespan and am especially passionate about working with individuals navigating:

• Eating disorders and disordered eating

• Body image concerns

• Perfectionism and high internal pressure

• Self-esteem and self-compassion

• Anxiety and emotional intensity

My background in nutrition sciences, along with a strong foundation in Health at Every Size® (HAES) and Intuitive Eating principles, informs my compassionate, weight-inclusive approach.

What Therapy With Me Feels Like

I believe therapy works best when you feel safe to explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors openly. I focus on helping you identify your strengths, deepen self-understanding, and build practical skills to navigate life’s challenges while moving toward a life that feels more aligned, manageable, and fulfilling.

You do not have to have everything figured out to begin. We can move at a pace that feels supportive and manageable for you. I also enjoy collaborating in creative ways to support exploration and insight, including incorporating music, songwriting, art-based approaches, and other expressive modalities.

If you are looking for support that is both skill-based and compassionate, I would be honored to work with you.

Training & Experience

I completed my clinical training in Austin through both the St. Edward’s University Community Counseling Clinic and LifeWorks, a community mental health organization serving children, adolescents, adults, and families. Across these settings, I provided individual and family counseling, conducted intake assessments, developed treatment plans, and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support holistic client care. My work has included coordination with child welfare systems, case management, and participation in wrap-around services within the Travis County Transformation Project.

I have completed additional specialized trainings in:

• DBT

• Diagnosis and treatment of eating disorders

• Trauma-Focused CBT

• Psychological First Aid

• Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (CALM)

• Solution-Focused Therapy

• Mental Health Crisis Intervention

I am currently working toward certification as an Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) through iaedp™.

Services & Fees

30-MINUTE CONSULTATION | FREE

New clients are offered a free initial 30-minute phone or face-to-face consultation. During a consultation, the therapist is happy to answer any questions you may have for them. You can discuss things like what to expect from therapy and what you are looking for in a therapist. You can also briefly discuss the concerns you are having and your reason for seeking counseling to ensure that you and the therapist you’re interested in working with will be a good fit for working together.

90-MIN HOLISTIC BIOPSYCHOSOCIAL INTAKE SESSION | $150*

This session is different from a consult session. This initial session allows you to relay important history and background information, discuss in detail what brings you to counseling, and what you hope to gain from counseling. It also includes initial treatment planning and collaboration with other providers, such as psychiatrists, dietitians, and other therapists. 

INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING SESSIONS

Individual session fees include DBT phone coaching between sessions and collaborations with other providers, such as psychiatrists, dietitians, and family therapists.

50-Minute Session | $125*

80-Minute Session | $150*

FAMILY AND RELATIONSHIP COUNSELING & PARENT COACHING

Family counseling and parent coaching fees include DBT phone coaching between sessions and collaborations with other providers, such as psychiatrists, dietitians, and individual therapists.

50-Minute Session | $150*

80-Minute Session | $175*

*Sliding scale spaces may be available — please inquire