Lynn Emmons LCSW, LICSW, RN, CADCI (she/her)

Solution Focused Brief Therapy

Going to therapy doesn't always need to be for a long time. Depending on the client's needs, solution focused brief therapy can quickly address current challenges from a strengths-based solution focused stance. I utilized this approach a great deal in an university student health clinic setting and found it very effective.

Mindfulness-based

According one of my favorite authors and experts in mental health, Daniel Siegel,'recent studies of mindfulness practices reveal that they can result in profound improvements in a range of physiological, mental, and interpersonal domains in our lives. ' I weave mindfulness into every therapeutic interaction as I believe it is the foundation for mental wellness.

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

We are not our thoughts and feelings and yet we often function as if we believe we are. CBT helps create some objectivity about our thoughts and feelings, as well as increase our capacity to challenge and change them thereby improving our mood and beliefs about ourselves. I like using an integrative approach that often incorporates CBT skills.

Drug Dependence / Abuse / Addiction

Despite our society still stigmatizing this challenge, it affects us all either within ourselves, our families, our workplaces...everywhere. The human brain is vulnerable to chemicals and habits. I have many years of experience working in addiction and dual diagnosis treatment and I have a passion for working with individuals and families impacted by this common struggle. I believe in recovery.

Self-Esteem

What a person thinks about themselves can hugely impact every aspect of their life. I enjoy helping folks explore where these stories about themselves come from and then write new stories.

Relationship / Marriage Issues

Our connections to others are the greatest assets and challenges. Outside perspective and support can be really helpful to address relationship struggles. Communication glitches are a common problem. I utilize Non-violent communication skills, family systems, narrative and other models/theories very effectively with individuals, couples and families.

Loss or Grief

To live is to experience loss. Grieving is a necessary and natural process; our culture and busy lives don't always support this process and people can get really stuck. Personally and professionally, I have a great deal of experience in helping people move through their grief process.

Anxiety

In my experience working with clients, anxiety is a very common challenge for many. It hijacks the brain and can really inhibit living life fully. Fortunately, there are many ways I can help a person develop skills and ways to manage and decrease their anxiety