Emily Standridge
Hi! My name is Emily. I am glad to meet you and share a little about myself. I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 10 years. In college, I focused on mental health and working with diverse populations. I currently reside in the Pittsburgh area, but I originated from North Carolina. I consider myself dedicated, creative and empathetic and look forward to working with you.
I currently reside in the Pittsburgh area, but I originated from North Carolina.
First session
When I first meet a client, I try to make my client feel as comfortable as possible. I integrate the usual questions of an assessment into a conversation. I find it crucial to build a connection with my client while also creating a warm and inviting environment so that my client feel comfortable sharing what they can during their first appointment.
Strengths
I consider myself personable, creative, empathetic and understanding. I have been doing social work for almost 20 years, with an extensive background in trauma work. I have also worked in a range of environments, including 2 major hospital systems and private practice. I have been doing tele-therapy for over 6 years. Some of my clients have had success in a short amount of time and some clients have been checking in with me for several years. I am open to meeting my client where they are at!
Ideal clients
I work well with an eclectic population of people. I work well ages 13-75. I like clients who are motivated but do not necessarily have a clear idea of where they want to go or how to get there. I work with creative, open and complex clients. I have a strong background in working with women, perinatal women, and those within the LGBTQ community. I have worked in two hospital systems in Pittsburgh and have a personal and professional understanding of chronic illness and how it impacts a person's mental health.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is at the core of a lot of my work. I feel that when a client can see the connection between their thoughts, feelings and actions, real growth can begin.
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
CPT has been a great approach to trauma treatment for many clients. When I meet a client who wants to confront their history of trauma and is not sure where to start, CPT is often a great first step.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
DBT offers a lot of great coping skills for clients, for both acute and chronic symptoms. I love to incorporate distress tolerance skills into my work.
EMDR
I have been practicing EMDR treatment for over 5 years. It has greatly helped my clients progress with their trauma recovery.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
I utilize mindfulness in all of my work, with the goal of assisting my clients with developing awareness and insight into their own behaviors and thoughts.
Location
Virtual sessions
Identifies as
Woman
Top specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Trauma and PTSD
Other specialties
ADHD
Chronic Illness
Depression
Fertility & Reproduction Issues
Health/Medical Issues
LGBTQ
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Parenting
Perinatal Mental Health
Serves
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Gender-fluid
Individual Therapy
Man
Non-binary
Teenagers (13 to 17)
Transgender
Woman
Doesn't specialize in
Addiction
Couples Counseling
Dissociative Disorders
Eating Disorders
Family Conflict
Family Therapy
Family Therapy
Gambling Addiction
Personality Disorders
Phobias
Self-Harming
Sex Addiction
Substance Misuse
Licensed in
PennsylvaniaLicense CW018671
Accepted insurance
Geisinger - Commercial