Emily Grawburg

Emily Grawburg, LPC (she/her)

Therapist

• Trauma Center Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Facilitator (TCTSY-F)

• Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional (CIMHP)

Northville + Virtual

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Specialties:

• ADHD and Executive Functioning

• Anxiety

• Chronic Pain and Illness

• Coping Skills

• Depression

• Disordered Eating and Body Image

• Grief and Loss

• Life Transitions

• Parenting

• Perinatal and Postpartum Therapy

• Relationships

• Self-esteem

• Self-harming

• Stress and Burnout

• Trauma

• Women’s Health

Works with:

• Adults

• Young Adults

• Teens (14-19)

• Tweens (12-13)

Modalities:

Trauma Sensitive Yoga & Somatic Therapy, Strength Based Therapy, Holistic Therapy, Integrative Medicine, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Mindfulness & Meditation, Creative Expression and Art Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy

Rates:

$170/55 minute individual session - accepts BCBSM PPO & BCN

Get to know Emily…

• Where she studied

  BS Psychology and Child Development - Central Michigan University
  MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling - Central Michigan University
  Trauma Center Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Facilitator (TCTSY-F) - Center for Trauma and Embodiment
  Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional (CIMHP) - Evergreen Certifications

• Who is your ideal client?

  My ideal client is someone who wants to explore all areas of their wellbeing (i.e., mental, emotional, spiritual, physical) in a holistic way. Someone who is looking to explore root causes and dig deep. A person who understands change isn't something that necessarily comes fast and easy but can be beautiful.

  I am passionate about helping those who have experienced trauma (abuse, neglect, medical/illness related trauma, birth trauma, pregnancy loss, accidents, and more). I am trained in integrative medicine and Trauma-Sensitive Yoga and use this conjunction with other interventions (CBT, mindfulness, strengths-based, etc.) to incorporate a mind/body connection.

• Why do you like being a therapist?

  I like being a therapist because it allows me to create an environment for clients that often lacks in our society. Somewhere clients can be their authentic selves and feel safe to explore all of the difficult and beautiful things that make us human. Trauma especially can be isolating and heavy. I want to help those who have experienced trauma (or who may still be experiencing it) know they aren’t alone.

• What’s something you wish people knew about therapy?

  That it can and should be as unique as each individual. I wish people knew that therapy isn't a quick fix or magic treatment, and that healing isn't always linear.

• Why can people benefit from therapy?

  The human experience is hard, messy, and often doesn’t go according to our “plans”. Therapy can help with all of those not so glamorous parts! Somewhere you can be completely yourself without judgment. A place to explore all of your emotions, thoughts, fears, troubles, and even joys.

• What does “success” in therapy look like to you?

  Success in therapy is when a client feels as though they are getting what they need out of therapy. Since each person's unique needs are so different, there is no one measure for success. To me, my biggest goal is to make sure my clients are feeling heard, understood, safe, and validated. This doesn't always mean therapy will "feel good" or be easy, but that clients feel safe exploring all aspects of themselves in our sessions. I love seeing the “light bulb” moments when a client can connect something we’ve been exploring/discussing in sessions, it’s just the best feeling!

• What’s something you’d like clients to know about how you work?

  I take an integrative medicine approach to explore the deeper root causes of concerns (such as lifestyle factors including exercise, sleep, diet) and utilize holistic modalities of healing. While I think more structured/talk-based interventions are important aspects of therapy, I am always willing to shake things up and step out of that traditional therapy "box". I enjoy incorporating meditation, trauma focused yoga, and other body-based somatic interventions. I also love to use humor and see your personality shine through in our work together.

What is your favorite ice cream flavor?
Neapolitan - three flavors in one!

If you weren’t a mental health professional, what would you be doing?
Party Planning - I love to organize events!

Favorite quote?
“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” – Maya Angelou

Beach or mountains?
Always the beach!

What is your favorite type of music?
I love a good mix of everything and it just depends what mood I'm in that day!