The greatest predictor of progress in therapy is the connection between therapist and client. My main goal in our first few sessions is to establish this connection.
Emily’s
Therapy Specialties
Depression, anxiety, relationship distress, communication, life and career transitions, sexual and gender identity, and trauma
Collaboratively, we will work to deepen your understanding of how your thoughts, behaviors, and relationships can be utilized to lessen emotional distress and solidify long-lasting changes in your life.
Finding a therapist and making the decision to start therapy can be an overwhelming process. I will work hard to create an open and safe space where we can begin to build trust and identify your goals. You worked hard to be here and I respect that.
Individuals and couples sometimes find themselves feeling stuck and overwhelmed due to unresolved issues and unhelpful patterns. This can cause relationships to feel repetitive or dissatisfying. You might wonder, ‘why is this happening again?’ Together we will explore your past and present relationships in order to increase your understanding of these dynamics and help you create fulfilling relationships. As your therapist I bring empathy, humor, warmth, and a sincere interest to our work together.
I practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and incorporate attachment theory and mindfulness-based interventions into my work. With couples, I rely on Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy concepts and the Gottman approach in my work.
I see clients 18 years old and up.
Clients describe Emily as genuine, encouraging, and down-to-earth
Emily’s past experience includes:
Mental Health Therapist at Thrive Behavioral Health where she provided mental health services to individuals, families, and couples
Senior Research Program Coordinator at Johns Hopkins Behavioral Medicine Research Lab
Invited expert on mindfulness for Brave Enterprises
Emily’s post-graduate training experiences include:
Emotion-Focused Couples Therapy, Certified Level 1
Gottman Couples Therapy Certified
CBT+ (including trauma-focused CBT)
Educational Background
B. A., American University
(Psychology)
M.S.W., University of Maryland
(Social Work)
Other Practitioners
Cassandra Ekstrom, LCSW-C
LICENSED social worker
IN BALTIMORE, mD
Cassie works with Baltimore Therapy Group clients in individual therapy, couples and marriage counseling and group therapy to help clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, life and career changes, addictions of various types, and relationship challenges. Her clients have noted that she is smart, direct, and skilled at creating an environment where they can be vulnerable and grow.
Jessica Jones, LCSW-C
Licensed social worker in baltimore, md
Jessica enjoys working with individuals, couples, and families coming to her with a variety of conflicts including relationship distress, anxiety, depression, past or current traumas, and new adjustments. She helps clients throughout their healing process by providing a safe place to be vulnerable and share their story.