Testimonials

“Emily’s dynamic and authentic approach took the intimidation out of therapy and created a warm and open dialogue. The work we did around trauma and grief afforded me the skills and pragmatic tools I needed to access the joy and dynamism of life. Emily is a true professional and guide through challenges and triumphs alike.” ~ Client K

“Over the course of almost 5 years I worked with Emily to develop new methods to recognize, assess, and address my anxiety. Sessions with Emily have always been a safe, welcoming place where I felt 100% able to say what's on my mind and know there was a caring, compassionate, and concerned human being on the other end. Without a doubt, I would recommend visiting Emily to anyone interested in finding a spectacular therapist.” ~ Client B

“Emily played a big role in helping me navigate a big transition in my life; one I was ill suited to manage on my own.  I felt that she was able to sincerely empathize with me; to suspend judgement and then counsel accordingly.  Her presence was calming, she was extremely attentive, and Emily has a special knack for synthesizing and summarizing.

I didn’t know how much I needed to be listened to.” ~ Client M

“I saw the same therapist for ten years for generalized anxiety and OCD in my previous city and was nervous to find a new one when I moved to Chicago. Emily’s calm and approachable nature made my transition easy. She is supportive, insightful, and has a way of recognizing patterns in yourself that you haven’t noticed which help you make sense of your challenges.” ~ Client C

“Emily is a experienced and knowledgeable clinician who takes the time to get to know a client on a deeply emotional level which allows for the client to feel heard, seen, and understood. I have referred couples and individuals confidently to Emily.” ~ Polina Blinderman, Psychotherapist

“Emily and I met for probably well over 5 or 6 years on a monthly basis. She always had an extremely calm and patient presence, always gently guiding me to answers rather than just instructing me on what to do or how to handle a situation. I felt like she was truly invested in me and my life, and she often asked insightful questions regarding my past that was probably affecting my life more than I even realized! I always felt safe and comfortable spending time with her and was sad to leave Chicago and have to leave her. I would highly recommend Emily and miss her dearly!” ~ Client M

“In just the few months of seeing Emily, I faced traumas and past experiences I hadn't realize were clinging on to me. I grew up in a culture that prides itself in "moving on” and persevering no matter how difficult the circumstance; no matter how scarring an event or person may have been. During our sessions I contemplated on events from my past—which I had learned to regard as experience points and demonstrations of my strength—from a more critical perspective, allowing myself to see how they'd also formed fears. And how those fears had shaped behaviors and thought patterns I needed to address as an adult.

In the space of Emily’s office I felt more comfortable than I'd ever been discussing these matters.” ~ Client S