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Emerson Rothwell, LICSW (he/they)

(*Not taking on new therapy clients at this time- always available for letters)

Hello, I'm Emerson! I'm a multiracial, queer, trans and neurodivergent therapist & clinical consultant, and I specialize in providing inclusive therapy to 2SLGBTQIA+ and queer individuals. The majority of my clients at Pride Counseling Solutions are non-binary, trans or gender expansive, and many are also neurodivergent.

 

I believe in the importance of self-acceptance and self-compassion. As a result, I bring my genuine self to session, so you can feel comfortable unmasking or being authentic in our work together. My goal is to create a safe, affirming space where you can be you and feel seen and heard.

I enjoy incorporating geek culture into therapy sessions, and I will sometimes use metaphors or references to help you connect with your emotions and experiences in a way that is meaningful to you. 

As a therapist of lived experience, I'm sensitive to the impact of intersectionality, power, and oppression on communities and individual experiences. I work through anti-racist, social justice, and trauma-informed lenses, and I strive to recognize and acknowledge the multiple layers of discrimination and privilege that can impact the way we move through the world. 

 

I enjoy the work that I do, and I would be honored to support you on your journey to healing as you explore your identity, realize your strengths, or decide how to live your best life.​

Education

Master of Arts in Social Work

Bridgewater State University

Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology & Psychology

University of Massachusetts, Amherst

Experience

I have over 16 years of mental health experience ranging from working in therapeutic residential programs, to providing individual and group therapy in clinic and school settings, to now running a queer affirming practice.

 

I also have experience supervising interns and clinicians, providing leadership to a community mental health agency's DEI group, and training mental health & medical providers on 2SLGBTQIA+ affirming care. 

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Services

  • Individual therapy

  • Family therapy

  • Children, adolescents & adults

  • Support letters for GAC

  • Transition support

  • Training & consultation

Areas of Focus

  • ​Anxiety

  • Building self-compassion

  • Coming out support

  • Community building

  • Coping with global concerns

  • Cultural concerns

  • Depression

  • Executive functioning issues

  • Family dynamics

  • Grief and loss

  • Identity exploration and validation

  • Impacts of oppression

  • Interpersonal challenges

  • Navigating non-traditional relationships

  • Neurodivergent empowerment

  • Phase of life issues

  • PTSD and trauma reactions

  • Queer family-building and parenting

  • Rejection sensitivity

  • Religious concerns

  • Self-acceptance

  • Stress management

  • Transition support

  • And more...

If you're  interested in booking Emerson for training & consulting, or setting up a support letter apointment, please contact us.

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