Emily Owens, LCMHCA

I believe we are born into a world of stories. They tell us who we are, how things should be, and what we are supposed to become. We go through life influenced by and adding to these stories, which can be sources of strength or limitation. You're probably coming to see me because your story is making you feel trapped. Or maybe your story has shattered and everything you thought you knew doesn't make sense anymore. I want to help you sort through the pieces and put the pen back in your hand. A lot of folks come in thinking they are irredeemable, beyond repair. I believe the strongest antidote is honest, nonjudgmental connection. 

I will challenge you as much as I provide you with comfort. I will point out what I notice along your journey, and that can be uncomfortable. While discomfort can often mean growth, you always have the power to tell me when we need to change gears or when I get something wrong. I am willing to adapt and learn so therapy works best for you. 

I bring my whole self into the room and I would love to see your whole self, too. I enjoy using your language, your perspective, and your interests to help you heal. But maybe you're coming to me because you've forgotten who you are. A lot of my clients have given away their sense of self, bit by bit, until they no longer know what makes them happy, what brings them fulfillment, or how they want to spend their one wild and wonderful life. I will walk beside you as you take those unsteady steps to discover who you are and why you're here.