Emma Lapin, LPC-A (She/Her)

Meet with Emma

• Online appointments.
• Ages 5 and up: Children (Under 10), Preteens (10–12), Teens (13–17), Young Adults (18–25), Adults (26–64), and Older Adults (65+)
• Languages: English.

Payment options: Private Pay / Self Pay.

Availability and insurance coverage are confirmed before scheduling.

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Emma's focus

• Abandonment
• Anxiety
• Attachment Concerns
• Depression
• Identity Exploration
• Life Transitions
• Relationship Concerns
• Self-Esteem

Professional profile

Emma received her undergraduate degree from the University of Arizona, where she majored in Psychology and minored in Family Studies, and earned her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from St. Edward’s University. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults as they navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, learning difficulties, self-esteem challenges, and life transitions.

Emma takes a warm, compassionate, and collaborative approach to therapy. She believes each person brings their own unique experiences and strengths to the therapeutic process and values meeting clients where they are. Emma strives to create a comfortable, nonjudgmental environment where clients can be themselves, feel understood, and work together to build greater self-awareness, confidence, and meaningful change.

Welcome

Beginning therapy is a courageous step, and I’m honored to support you along the way. I strive to create a safe, welcoming space where you can feel comfortable exploring all aspects of your life and show up just as you are.

I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to walk alongside you with support, curiosity, and gentle guidance. Together, we can explore your experiences, build greater self-awareness, and find tools that feel meaningful and helpful for you.

How I work

Sessions with me are warm, conversational, and collaborative. I want you to feel comfortable being yourself. We’ll start with what feels most important to you and work at a pace that feels comfortable.

I’ll listen with curiosity and without judgment while offering thoughtful questions, support, and practical tools along the way. We may explore patterns in your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, practice mindfulness to help you feel more grounded, or find coping strategies that fit naturally into your everyday life.

My approach is flexible and tailored to you. I believe you are the expert in your own life, and I will follow your lead throughout the process. I also believe therapy doesn’t always have to feel heavy. When it feels appropriate, I enjoy bringing in humor and my naturally bubbly personality to create moments of lightness and connection. Some sessions may involve deeper reflection, while others may focus on problem-solving, building skills, or simply having a space to feel heard. My goal is for you to leave sessions feeling supported and understood, with greater clarity about yourself and your next steps.

What Emma helps with

• Abandonment
• Anxiety
• Attachment Concerns
• Depression
• Identity Exploration
• Life Transitions
• Relationship Concerns
• Self-Esteem
• Body Image
• Boundaries
• Codependency
• Family Conflict
• LGBTQ+ Concerns
• Meaning & Purpose
• People-Pleasing
• Self-Harm
• Stress
• Suicidal Ideation
• ADHD
• Adoption / Foster Care
• Aging & Later-Life Adjustment
• Alternative Lifestyle Concerns
• Autism
• Bipolar Disorder
• Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
• Career Direction
• Caregiving Stress
• Chronic Pain / Health Adjustment
• Complex Trauma
• Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)
• Divorce / Separation
• Domestic Violence Survivor Support
• Giftedness
• Grief and Loss
• Infertility
• Infidelity / Betrayal
• Intergenerational Trauma
• Midlife Transitions
• Mood Disorders
• Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD)
• Neurodivergence
• OCD
• Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
• Panic Disorder
• Parenting
• Perfectionism
• Perinatal & Postpartum Concerns
• Personality Disorders
• Phobias
• Post-IOP / Post-Hospitalization Care
• Pre-Marital Counseling
• Pregnancy Loss
• PTSD
• Sexual Trauma
• Sleep Difficulties
• Work-Life Balance

Who Emma works with

• Identity-Exploring Clients
• LGBTQ+ Individuals
• Adoptive & Foster Families
• Artists & Creatives
• Bicultural / Multicultural Individuals
• BIPOC Communities
• Caregivers
• Chronic Pain / Chronic Illness
• College Students
• Couples & Partners
• Gifted Adults
• Intercultural Families
• Intergenerational Families
• Latino / Hispanic Communities
• Neurodivergent Individuals
• Non-Monogamous / Polyamorous
• Parents & New Parents
• Perinatal & Postpartum Individuals
• Sex-Positive Individuals
• Spiritually Exploring Individuals
• Young Professionals

How Emma works

• Adlerian Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Internal Family Systems (IFS)
• Person-Centered
• Psychodynamic
• Strengths-Based Approach
• Integrative Approach
• Mindfulness
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Behavior Modification
• Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
• Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
• Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)
• Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
• Motivational Interviewing (MI)
• Narrative Therapy
• Play Therapy
• Polyvagal-Informed
• Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
• Somatic Mindfulness
• Somatic Therapy
• Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT)
• Yoga-Informed

Therapist spotlight

What made you decide to become a counselor?

I first experienced the power of therapy when I was in 8th grade. My therapist helped me see myself and my experiences from a different perspective, and I remember how meaningful it felt to have someone truly listen, understand, and support me. That experience stayed with me and showed me how powerful it can be to have a safe space where you can be honest, learn about yourself, and feel less alone.

As I continued through my own counseling journey, I realized how much I value that kind of connection and support. It inspired me to pursue counseling so that I could offer others the same opportunity to feel heard, gain a deeper understanding of themselves, and discover that they are capable of meaningful change.

If you could teach the world one skill or technique to improve their lives, what would it be?

If I could teach the world one skill, it would be self-awareness. I believe there is so much power in understanding our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and how they influence one another. When we understand ourselves better, we can respond with more intention, make choices that align with who we are and what we value, and create meaningful change in our lives.

If you could recommend one book to all your clients, what would it be?

I would recommend Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb because it provides a relatable and insightful look into the therapy process from both the therapist’s and client’s perspectives. The book normalizes seeking support, illustrates how therapy can help people navigate life’s challenges, and highlights the importance of self-reflection, growth, and resilience.

How do you personally practice self-care?

In addition to seeing a therapist, I practice self-care by spending quality time with friends and family, practicing yoga, weight training, and enjoying a relaxing bubble bath. I also value making time to slow down and recharge. These activities help me stay grounded, connected, and balanced in both my personal and professional life.

Have you personally been in counseling, and if so, what did you learn about yourself?

Through my own counseling journey, I’ve learned practical tools for managing anxiety and gained a deeper understanding of who I am and what I value. I’ve also learned that we all have different parts of ourselves, each with their own thoughts, feelings, and needs. Understanding how these parts work together has helped me develop greater self-awareness, compassion, and confidence in who I am.

My own experiences in therapy have shaped how I approach my work with clients and deepened my belief in the value of having a space where you can better understand yourself, grow, and become the person you want to be.

What inspires you to help others?

My own experience with therapy is what first inspired me to become a counselor. I experienced firsthand how having someone truly listen, offer a different perspective, and provide a safe space to work through challenges can make such a meaningful difference. That experience showed me how powerful therapy can be and made me want to offer that same sense of support to others. I feel incredibly grateful to walk alongside clients as they gain insight, build confidence, find hope, and grow into the person they want to be.

Who is your ideal client?

I don’t believe there is a “right” answer to this question because therapy can help everyone. What I value most is a willingness to be open and honest, even when it feels difficult. I love working with people who are curious about themselves, willing to reflect, and open to trying new things. Most of all, I appreciate when clients feel comfortable showing up as they are, so we can work together toward growth and meaningful change.

How do you relate to Mindfulness? How do you incorporate it in your sessions?

Mindfulness is something I value both personally and professionally. For me, it’s about slowing down and doing my best to stay present in the moment. In sessions, I incorporate strategies that can help slow the heart rate, reconnect with the body, and create space to respond rather than react.

I find mindfulness can be a helpful tool for managing stress, supporting emotional regulation, and living more intentionally. My goal is to make mindfulness feel approachable and practical, with simple techniques that clients can carry with them into everyday life.

If you are hosting a dinner party, who are the 3 people you would invite and why?

If I could host a dinner party, I’d invite Emma Watson because Hermione Granger has always been my favorite Harry Potter character (I’m a total Potter nerd!). I’d also love to sit down with Robin Williams, who was funny, creative, and full of warmth—and who played a well-respected therapist in Good Will Hunting . Finally, I’d invite Lisa Kudrow, who played my favorite character on Friends and has such a unique and bright personality. I imagine the conversation would be full of laughter, inspiration, and plenty of memorable stories.