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Emily Watter

(She/Her)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Accepts

Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, and Quest Behavioral Health

Specializes in

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Substance Use / Addiction, and Trauma

Great to meet you!

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space for individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and stress. With a client-centered approach, I tailor therapy to your unique needs—drawing from modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based interventions, and psychodynamic insights.

My work is grounded in empathy, authenticity, and the belief that every person holds the capacity for growth and healing. Whether you're seeking clarity, coping tools, or deeper self-understanding, I aim to help you feel heard, empowered, and connected. I offer virtual sessions to make therapy more accessible, flexible, and comfortable from wherever you are.

Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels right for you—toward meaningful, sustainable change.

A bit about my approach to therapy

I prioritize your needs, goals, and values. Just like a therapist would use Carl Rogers’ person-centered approach, I aim to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and understood. I draw from several well-researched psychological approaches, including:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helping you recognize and challenge unhelpful thought patterns.
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Useful for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and mindfulness.
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Focusing on values, psychological flexibility, and acceptance.
  • Mindfulness-Based Practices: Encouraging awareness of the present moment.

What you can expect from our first session

A better understanding of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Practical tools for managing stress, anxiety, depression, or anger. As well as a renewed sense of direction or purpose.


Emily's style is

Warm
Solution-oriented
Affirming

Insurance carriers Emily accepts

Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Quest Behavioral Health

More about Emily

MSW (Master of Social Work) at Barry University
License type: LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New Jersey, Florida)
Gender: Cisgender Female
Ethnicity: Caucasian
Languages: English
Works with: Children, Adolescents, and Adults
More specialties: Grief, Loss, Maternal Mental Health, Women's Issues, and PTSD
Modalities: Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Behavior Modification, Strength-Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Seeking Safety, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Psychodynamic