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Emily Aihara

Therapist
5 years of experience
  • In-person
  • Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I was a therapy patient before I was ever a provider. I know how it can be to sit in the other chair, hoping that this person can help you. With that in mind, I use my EMDR training and education (plus a little bit of humor) to help you live the life you want to live.

My approach to therapy

I believe that all human behavior makes sense if you understand the context. So, I try to understand why a behavior or reaction is happening and then work with my clients to shift things in a way that makes their lives more satisfying.

What you can expect from me

Clients can expect to be heard, respected, and given my best efforts to help change their situation for the better,

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Asian, Woman
  • My style is
    Affirming, Humorous, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    5 years of experience
  • Training
    Other at Pepperdine University
  • License type
    LMFT (Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Bipolar disorder, OCD, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Transgender issues, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    27611 La Paz Road Ste A4
    Laguna Niguel, CA 92677