EMILY BYARD, CT

Emily Byard (pronouns: she/her/hers) is a counselor trainee who works with children, adolescents, and adults. Her specialty interests include: anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, adolescent issues, girls’ and women’s issues. Emily’s approach to counseling is client-focused and evidenced-based and uniquely tailored to each client.

Emily completed her advanced education at Kent State University, earning a bachelor’s degree in psychology. She is currently a master’s student at her alma mater completing a degree in clinical mental health counseling. Emily is a member of Chi Sigma Iota, an international honor society that values academic and professional excellence in counseling. At Kent State University, she has taken specialized coursework on adolescent and child studies, motivational interviewing (MI), and group therapy.

Prior to private practice, Emily provided counseling services at Kent State University’s Counseling Center. There, she worked with clients struggling with a myriad of mental health concerns including anxiety, self-esteem, and childhood trauma.

Throughout this experience, she approached each session with curiosity, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard for her clients. She has also worked in providing support services for those in the foster care system. Emily has experience working with trauma in childhood, substance use concerns, and difficulties within family systems.

Emily’s approach counseling is collaborative between her and her clients, helping them explore and process their struggles in a safe and comfortable manner. Emily works from a person-centered approach, believing that each individual has the inner resources for growth and healing. Emily strives to create a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered to explore their own path. She also incorporates evidence-based techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), identifying the connection between negative thought patterns and disruptive behaviors.

Her strengths include: empathy, curiosity, compassion, and authenticity.