Qualifications
- Bachelor of Social Work
- Master of Social Work
- Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (Washington, D.C.)
- Post-graduate training in EMDR, EMDR and Somatic Therapy, & Internal Family Systems (IFS) Informed EMDR
Experience
Emma is a clinical social worker who has been providing individual therapy for the past seven years. She began her career in the States, offering mental health care to clients in North Carolina and Washington, D.C. Emma has gained extensive experience working in various mental health settings, including intensive outpatient substance abuse services, community mental health, the public school system, and private practice. Throughout her career she has developed a passion for trauma work and supporting the LGBTQIA+ community. She has experience working with both acute and chronic trauma leading to experiences of PTSD, Complex PTSD, anxiety, depression, and other issues. She is trained in EMDR with the integration of Internal Family Systems and Somatic Therapy.
Emma recently made the move to Melbourne and is eager to share her mental health expertise, as well as, learn about the cultural differences impacting the mental health and daily lives of people living in this part of the world.
Approach
Emma is dedicated to creating a non-judgemental, affirming space for clients to heal from difficult experiences and develop a deeper understanding of their inner world. She understands how impactful meeting your true self really is. Her aim is to help clients learn how to meet themselves, develop strong self care skills, and live in alignment with who they truly are.
She recognises that everyone comes into therapy at different stages of life and she is ready to meet her clients where they are. Using a trauma-informed lens allows her to collaborate with clients to decide on the approach, pacing, and frequency of sessions. She weaves together a variety of trauma-informed modalities, both talk and somatic approaches, to support and empower her clients. She focuses on building safety in the body before moving into deeper emotional work. This foundation of safety allows for honest exploration and deeper healing as sessions progress. Ultimately, Emma hopes to empower her clients to live authentically.
