Emily Carrington

With over 13 years of clinical experience, Emily Carrington, LCSW, brings a warm and strengths-based approach to her therapy practice. Specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)-informed therapy, DBT skills training, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emily's therapeutic style is rooted in existential theory and supported by a trusting, empathetic therapeutic relationship.

Emily's journey in mental health began with her undergraduate degree from the University of Texas at Austin, followed by graduate work at Louisiana State University. Her extensive clinical experience spans across the entire lifespan, from infant and early childhood mental health to adulthood. This broad spectrum of experience has equipped her with a unique perspective on human development and mental health needs at various life stages.

Throughout her career, Emily has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings, providing evidence-based treatment using a variety of modalities and mindfulness-based interventions. Her areas of expertise include addressing relationship stress, codependency patterns, improving boundaries, and treating addiction and eating disorders. Emily's approach is tailored to each individual client's needs and goals for therapy, ensuring a personalized and effective treatment plan.

Therapy sessions with Emily highlight strengths, emphasize solutions, and incorporate resiliency-building skills to improve clients' lives, wellbeing, and relationships. Her warm demeanor and focus on individual client needs create a supportive environment for personal growth and healing. Whether clients are struggling with interpersonal issues, addiction, or eating disorders, Emily's extensive experience and varied therapeutic toolkit allow her to provide comprehensive, compassionate care.

Emily Carrington's commitment to evidence-based practices, combined with her empathetic approach, makes her an invaluable resource for those seeking to improve their mental health and overall quality of life. Her dedication to helping clients build resilience and develop effective coping strategies underscores her belief in the transformative power of therapy when founded on trust, empathy, and professional expertise.