Emily M. Brewster, MSW, LICSW, LCSW

(she/her)

Online Therapy

About Me

Have you been feeling stuck and overwhelmed? Anxiety, self-doubt, OCD, or perfectionism ruling your life? Are you feeling lost in the wilderness of grief? Maybe the echos of past trauma are disconnecting you from yourself and others. Whether you're grappling with painful experiences from the past or burdened by the stress and fear of the present, you don't have to face it alone. Therapy can be a guiding light back to peace and greater well-being. With dedication and the right kind of support, change and relief are possible.

My approach to therapy is deeply personalized, blending effective tools with genuine compassion and a heartfelt commitment to your recovery. My style is warm, relational, and supportive. Together, we'll explore your experiences, illuminate your strengths, and start to untangle the web of fear, old messages, and wounds that hold you back from healing.

It takes courage to reach out for help. I'm here to meet you wherever you're at in this journey and provide a space for you to feel seen, heard, and accepted. Let's work together to create change and empower you with the skills to move forward. I'm here to support you every step of the way.

Education & Experience

Master of Social Work (MSW), University of Southern California
Bachelor of Arts in Social Science, Washingtion State University
Associate of Arts in Social Science, Barstow Community College

Competencies in: EMDR, ACT, DBT, Written Exposure Therapy, ERP, Ego States Therapy

Professional & Volunteer Affiliations

NASW
EMDRIA

Specialty Area

  • Abuse/Neglect
  • Anxiety/Panic Attacks
  • Attachment Disorders
  • Birth Trauma/Pregnancy Loss
  • Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Grief/Loss/Mourning
  • Mood Disorders
  • Moral Injury
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
  • Personality Disorders
  • Phobias
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Race, Culture, Ethnicity Issues
  • Self-Harm
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Somatic Issues
  • Spirituality
  • Stress Management

Population Served

  • Adults
  • BIPOC
  • First Responders
  • Immigrants
  • LGBTQ+
  • Veterans/Military

Language

  • English

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross BlueShield
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealth

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