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Emily Tipper

LCSW

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Location

Virtual, California

Insurance Accepted

Anthem Blue Cross Of CA, Aetna, Health Net/MHN, Cigna/Evernorth, Blue Shield of California

Communication Style

Challenging, Direct, Engaging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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Focus areas

ADHD, Anger Issues, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Grief, Panic, Relationship Concerns, Substance Use

Experienced with

Veterans, First responders, Neurodivergence, Students

Years of Experience

2+

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When working with me, you can expect to learn great coping skills to be able to manage life's stressors independently.

License number

#110183

Therapy style

I believe I have a unique approach to therapy as I utilize compassionate confrontation to streamline recovery. I am hands-on and direct, meaning I may not tell you what you _want_ to hear but what you _need_ to hear. I utilize multiple therapy modalities, but my favorites are Solution-focused and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as I feel these approaches help create an improved quality of life and get you to where you want to be faster. I specialize in working with individuals who struggle with severe mental illnesses such as anxiety, ADHD, depression, PTSD, anger, identity issues, codependency, mood disorders, and substance use.  I am trained in two different eye movement trauma therapies; Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and have seen tremendous results with my clients healing and finally moving on from their traumas. When working with me, you can expect to learn great coping skills to be able to manage life's stressors independently. You will discover the strength in vulnerability and the relief you feel from sharing and connecting with others. Together I know we can see great results.

Approaches

  • Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Harm Reduction
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-focused
  • Strengths-based

Education

BA - Psychology, San Diego State University MSW - Social Work, San Diego State University

Interests

I enjoy cooking and going on long walks along with the occasional reality TV binge watching session.