LMFT, 11 years of experience
Whether you’re looking to improve your emotional wellbeing or find help for specific life challenges, therapy is a great place to start. I have 11 years of direct training and experience working with anxiety and depression as well as relationships, self-esteem issues and general self-improvement goals. My approach is compassionate and interactive, tailoring therapy to each individual while providing support and feedback to reach goals. I consider it a privilege to work in this field and to have worked with diverse populations across California, the Hawaiian Islands and most recently, Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C. Licenses & Credentials: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Certified Guided Meditation Instructor Contact Line: 646-687-9932
First sessions can be thought of as a casual conversation and introductions for both of us. We'll talk about your needs and set goals for therapy.
In 2022, I authored a book titled, "The Essential Family Therapy Workbook", which can be found anywhere books are sold online. I also enjoy contributing to public mental health conversations and have been quoted in TIME Magazine, HuffPost, WebMD, Healthline, Cosmopolitan, VeryWellMind, The Washington Post, Instyle, Newsweek, WomensHealth, and Today.com, among others. (More info at: www.compasscounselingdc.com/media
Substance Abuse and Addiction Specialist in addition to expertise in: Relationships: conflict, dating, family issues, divorce/separation, peers/work Self improvement: coping skills, self-esteem, body image, life transitions Generalized anxiety & depression
This approach looks at thoughts and feelings that drive behaviors. CBT helps you achieve your goals by challenging your inner narrative.
This approach helps you understand and regulate intense emotions. DBT is cognitive, but also utilizes mindfulness techniques.
1 rating with written reviews
April 25, 2025
Emily is incredible. She challenges me in all the right ways and consistently grounds me in my spirituality when I need it most. After each session, I walk away feeling refreshed and renewed. Her guidance—whether it's for life, personal matters, or anything in between—is always insightful and deeply meaningful. Emily’s warmth and attentive listening make me feel truly seen and heard. Her advice is not only thoughtful but genuinely helpful, and I’m so grateful to have her in my corner.