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Therapy in Campbell

Emily Behrs

LMFT, MA

Therapist, Director of Client Services
Santa Cruz, Virtual
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About Emily

Emily is a person-centered therapist and believes in the value of seeing a client as a whole person and not just as the disorder they wish to heal. Using a holistic and collaborative approach, Emily supports clients in cultivating a sense of ease, trust and understanding within their mind and body.

She strives to bring her whole heart, curiosity and authentic self into the therapeutic relationship. Emily combines a genuine, non-judgmental connection with treatment that is based on science and is trauma informed. Emily is an anti-diet provider and adheres to the Health-at-Every-Size principles.

Areas of Specialty

EMDR- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing for trauma healing

IFS- Internal Family Systems

Internal Family Systems therapy for healing and integrating different parts of self

Adolescents

Specialized support for teenagers navigating developmental challenges and mental health

Adults

Comprehensive therapy for adults facing life transitions and mental health challenges

Chronic Illness

Support for individuals managing chronic illness and health-related challenges

Women's Issues

Specialized support for women navigating life transitions, identity, and empowerment

Eating Disorders

Specialized treatment for eating disorders using evidence-based approaches and compassionate care

Anxiety & Depression

Evidence-based treatment for anxiety disorders and depression using therapeutic interventions

Style

  • Empathetic
  • Patient
  • Understanding
  • Nurturing
  • Safe
  • Affirming

Therapeutic Approach

Emily utilizes evidence-based therapeutic modalities including IFS- Internal Family Systems, EMDR- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, and specialized eating disorder treatment. She creates a compassionate, affirming space where clients feel safe to explore, heal, and grow.

Fun Facts

Emily is the Co-Founder of SheHerdPower, an Equine Guided Empowerment Program helping survivors of sexual assault reclaim their voice, self-awareness and growth by discovering soulful partnership with horses.

In her spare time you can find Emily practicing yoga, reading a book with a warm cup of tea or spending time outside amongst the Redwood trees with her family and sweet pup!

Education & Training

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

California Board of Behavioral Sciences

Master of Arts (MA)

Clinical Psychology

10+ Years Clinical Experience

Specialized in eating disorders, adolescents, and women’s mental health

EMDR- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing & Trauma Informed Practices

Advanced training in trauma processing and healing

IFS- Internal Family Systems Informed

Internal Family Systems therapy approach

Narrative Therapy

Story-based therapeutic approach

Expressive Arts

Creative therapeutic modalities

Skills Based Therapies

CBT- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT- Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and ACT approaches

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Schedule a complimentary 15-minute consultation to discuss your goals and see if we’re the right fit.