Emma Groskind, MS, LCSW
Emma is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Florida.
About
Emma is a trauma-informed and strengths-based clinician who is passionate about creating a safe and non-judgmental environment for individuals to heal. She has experience working with individuals who have suffered from a wide variety of traumatic experiences, depression, and anxiety. She utilizes evidence-based therapeutic approaches in helping individuals and families find relief from the impacts of trauma and distress.
Emma believes that a therapeutic relationship based in authenticity and compassion is crucial in promoting a positive experience in therapy. She is dedicated to working with individuals in identifying strengths to overcome difficult life experiences and promote positive mental health.
Emma integrates a variety of treatment modalities when working with clients and tailors her therapeutic approach to meet the needs of the individuals she works with. She is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).
EDUCATION
Emma graduated from the University of Louisville with a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) and a specialization in mental health.
EXPERIENCE
Emma has experience in treating mental health concerns related to trauma, grief, depression, and anxiety in children, adolescents, and adults. She has worked in a wide variety of mental health settings including residential, outpatient, and community settings. Emma developed a passion for helping individuals heal from significant trauma and difficult childhood experiences during her work as a therapist for children in therapeutic foster care. She gained experience working with adults as they navigate issues related to life transitions, self-esteem, identity, and interpersonal relationships during her work as a therapist at a university counseling center.
She also has experience working with adolescents with severe behavioral and emotional concerns in a residential treatment setting.
Emma has experience treating trauma utilizing Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and is a certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. She has experience implementing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in addressing a wide variety of clinical concerns, including Anxiety Disorders and Depressive Disorders.
Specialties
Approaches
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EMDR is designed to help individuals process traumatic memories and reduce their emotional impact, promoting healing and recovery.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on changing negative thought patterns and behaviors to achieve lasting positive changes.
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TF-CBT is a specialized form of CBT designed to help children and adolescents overcome the effects of trauma.
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