Emily Simonian
Whether you're looking to improve your emotional wellbeing, strengthen your relationships, or navigate a specific life challenge, talk therapy is an excellent place to begin. I bring a unique interdisciplinary background to my work, holding a Bachelor of Arts in Music and a Master of Arts in Psychology. My approach is creative, collaborative, and personalized. When appropriate, I incorporate elements of music and expressive arts into therapy to help clients access emotions, build insight, and develop new coping skills. With my background in the arts, I am particularly passionate about supporting fellow artists, performers, creatives, and individuals struggling with performance anxiety, perfectionism, self-confidence, and the pressures of high achievement.
Certified Guided Meditation Instructor Contact Line: 646-687-9932 In 2022, I authored a book titled, "The Essential Family Therapy Workbook", which can be found anywhere books are sold online.
I also have over a decade of experience working with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, life transitions, and personal growth. 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.
First session
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.
Strengths
My goal is to provide a compassionate, interactive space where clients feel supported while making meaningful and lasting changes in their lives. For couples, I help partners improve communication, strengthen connection, navigate conflict, and build healthier relationship patterns. Additionally, I've authored multiple therapy workbooks, which I would be happy to share with clients. I also enjoy contributing to public mental health conversations, particularly around the intersection of mental health and music, 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)
Ideal clients
I work with individuals seeking personal growth and greater confidence in themselves and their lives. This often includes musicians, artists, performers, and other creative professionals. Areas of focus are tailored to each client's unique needs, but commonly include developing healthy coping skills, improving relationships with family, friends, colleagues, or significant others, strengthening self-esteem, enhancing body image, and navigating life transitions. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, facing creative challenges or performance anxiety, adjusting to a major life change, or struggling with self-doubt, therapy can provide support, insight, and practical tools for lasting growth.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
This approach looks at thoughts and feelings that drive behaviors. CBT helps you achieve your goals by challenging your inner narrative.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
This approach helps you understand and regulate intense emotions. DBT is cognitive, but also utilizes mindfulness techniques.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- District of ColumbiaLicense LMFT000243
- VirginiaLicense 0717001602