About Emily McFarland, LCSW

Here for the calm, the storm, & everything in between.

Hi! My name is Emily, and I’m a mental health therapist licensed in NC and FL. A North Carolina native, I was born and raised in the foothills of NC and attended Appalachian State University from 2013-2017. I then moved to Wilmington in 2019 to pursue my Master of Social Work (MSW) degree at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. In a search for year-round sunshine and warm weather, I found myself relocating to West Palm Beach, Florida, where I currently reside.

Before venturing into private practice, I spent nearly four years working in school-based mental health, supporting kids and families through challenges including anxiety, adjustment, trauma, and more. This experience continues to shape my work with both children and adults today.

In my spare time, I enjoy lounging around with my two cats, Oliver and Pickle, both of which love to make an appearance in sessions when allowed! On a nice sunny day, you can find me at the beach with a good book, or gearing up to head outside for a run.

I’m glad you’re here, and I hope to be part of your journey!

I want my clients to know that:

Therapy isn’t about fixing you,

it’s about supporting your growth.

Therapy is a space where you don’t have to hold it all together. No matter what brings you to this point, you deserve an outlet that’s calm, supportive, and empowering. I’m not here to change or fix; but to help you reconnect with your strengths and feel confident in being you.

How I work

At the root of my approach to therapy is honoring your experience, at your pace.

I believe therapy works best when the relationship feels authentic and natural. This leads me to focus on building trust and meeting you where you are. Instead of rushing to “solutions,” I want to walk you through whatever you’re holding.

Though I pull from CBT, ACT, and trauma-informed approaches, I tailor each session to your individual needs. No matter what comes our way, I want our time together to feel collaborative and encouraging - a place where you feel comfortable to just be human.

specializing in:

Life Transitions

Anxiety

Childhood Trauma

My Training & Education

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker

  • Master in Social Work

  • Bachelor of Political Science & Criminal Justice

  • NCCTP Rostered TF-CBT Clinician

Let’s get started.

Rise with the changing tide.

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