Hi there! I’m Emily, a graduate counseling intern and board-certified music therapist (MT-BC). At present, I am studying to be a clinical mental health counselor in the MS in Counseling program at Prescott College, with concentrations in Somatic Counseling and Human Sexuality Counseling. I work from a trauma-informed and experiential perspective, believing that healing occurs through safety, authenticity, and meaningful connection. I approach therapy as a collaborative space where clients are supported in reconnecting with their resilience.

I work with children ages 5 and up, adolescents, and adults. My experience includes supporting individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, mood concerns, psychosis, and identity exploration. I have worked in inpatient, community, and forensic settings and am especially passionate about supporting LGBTQIA+ clients and survivors of interpersonal trauma.

My approach integrates existential-humanistic values such as choice, meaning-making, and present-moment awareness with trauma-informed and body-based practices. I may incorporate creative and expressive modalities such as music, movement, and mindfulness when helpful, and I value integrating both top-down and bottom-up approaches to support insight, regulation, and lasting change. Although I have primarily worked with individuals and groups, I am also open to working with couples and families. 

Outside of therapy, I care for myself by spending time with my wife and our pets, as well as engaging in activities such as painting, songwriting, exploring coffee shops, and playing video games. I look forward to getting to know you and supporting you on your journey!

Supervised by Victoria Porter, MS, LPC

Neurologic Music Therapist (NMT, 5418), The Academy of Neurologic Music Therapy (2022)

Music Therapist-Board Certified (MT-BC, 16400), Certification Board for Music Therapists (2021)