MEET DR. EMILY WILLIAMS

I’m so glad you’re here

You’re in the right place if you often think to yourself…

“If I’d tried harder, this wouldn’t have happened.”

“What’s wrong with me?”

“I’ll never be good enough.”

“Perfection is the standard.”

Change is possible. You don’t have to do this alone.

Meet Emily Williams, Psy.D.

I grew up in the American South, with cultural values like respecting your elders, never talking about “unpleasant” things, and avoidance of conflict. Manners can be lovely, but here’s the thing: if you grew up in an environment where no one ever talked about problems or feelings, or they made fun of you and shut you down if you did, the damage can be far-reaching.

As an early career psychologist working in college counseling centers, I was shocked by the number of young adults with severe anxiety and depression, alcohol misuse, eating disorders, and untreated attention issues. A subset of these folks blamed themselves for everything and struggled to trust anyone (including themselves). They lacked the necessary skills to tolerate emotions and effectively manage conflict. What was going on?

Emotional abuse is as devastating as physical or sexual abuse, especially on a developing brain.

As a trauma therapist with 20+ years of experience, I’m committed to addressing and healing past emotional scars while also navigating current communication and boundary challenges. My treatment approach is not a bandaid—we’re rewiring the brain to create neural networks for transformation in your relationships and business. In a world where emotional abuse is minimized and often misunderstood, I help others reclaim their lives and embrace joy.

WHAT’S POSSIBLE WITH THERAPY

THROUGH OUR WORK TOGETHER, YOU’LL…

  • Gain practical knowledge and guidance on a wide range of issues, like how to deal with difficult people, build better relationships, prioritize what matters, and effectively cope with stress

  • Identify your emotions and figure out what to do with them

  • Remove barriers so you can level up at work and in relationships

  • Heal emotional wounds from the past so they don’t haunt your present or future

  • Develop skillsets for managing conflict well

  • Learn to laugh at yourself and have compassion for life’s mistakes

  • Clarify personal values so your goals and motivation are in alignment, setting you up for success

  • Set, hold, and maintain boundaries so you can give freely (without feeling resentful or bitter)

  • Feel centered and grounded, even in the midst of chaos or intense conflict

MY SPECIALTIES

I specialize in supporting clients who experience

Anxiety

Generalized anxiety, stress & overwhelm, difficulty relaxing, racing thoughts, and panic attacks

Depression

Major depression, persistent depression, low motivation, excessive guilt, and worthlessness

Adult ADHD

Inattention, restlessness, impulsivity, disorganization, low motivation, poor focus, & procrastination

Adult Children of Narcissists

For survivors of complex relational trauma or people pleasers who keep making the same mistakes

Trauma

Developmental trauma, childhood emotional neglect, PTSD, sexual and physical abuse or neglect

Women in Recovery

For those in recovery from alcohol use who long for tailored support

Healthy Boundaries

Set healthy, effective limits at work and home without losing your groundedness

Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents

For those who ask, “Will I ever be good enough?” and who believe their needs and emotions don’t matter

My Timeline

My Timeline

My Qualifications

Brainspotting Levels I and II | Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Training Level 1 | Specialized Certificate in Treating Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents | Certificate in Healing Gaslighting, Narcissistic, and Emotional Abuse | Mentee of the Courageous Hearts Institute, therapist training for complex relational trauma caused by narcissism | Certified Level 2 Therapist for Childhood Emotional Neglect

Trained in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Mindful Self-Compassion | Certified ADHD Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP) | Trained in the ABCs of psychotherapy —Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) | Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT #14028), home state: Indiana

As the mother of several children with AD/HD, I understand the joys and unique challenges associated with neurodiversity.