EMILY PFEFFERL, LPC

Emily Pfefferl (pronouns: she/her) is a licensed professional counselor who works with children and adults. Her specialty interests include: complex trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder, relationship/attachment issues and borderline personality disorder, communication and conflict resolution, suicidality, somatic work, and holistic wellness. Emily places high emphasis on creating a validating, nonjudgmental space for all and utilizes evidence-based trauma-informed treatment approaches that are uniquely tailored to each client.

Emily completed her master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling at Walden University in November 2025, with specific coursework in crisis and trauma counseling. She earned her bachelor’s degree in public health with a focus on clinical research at Kent State University. Her background in public health enhances her ability to view clients within their broader systems, including the social, cultural, and environmental factors that influence their mental health.

Prior to her work in counseling, Emily gained valuable experience as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), providing behavioral therapy to children with autism and advocating for their needs across home and school settings. She also worked as a virtual astrological advisor, incorporating spirituality to support individuals in gaining personal insight and navigating life challenges.

Additionally, Emily has experience as a research specialist in inpatient addiction treatment, further deepening her understanding of trauma, recovery, and systems of care.

Beyond her clinical work, Emily draws inspiration from volunteering, international travel, and cultural immersion, all of which deepen her understanding of diverse worldviews and enhances her empathic approach to counseling. She also dedicates time to researching alternative therapies and blending these insights into her practice.

Emily’s approach to counseling is relational and emotion focused. She believes a safe therapeutic relationship provides the secure base needed for deeper self-exploration, growth, and healing. She emphasizes the mind-body connection by helping clients understand how their nervous system, early experiences, and present patterns are all connected. Her work incorporates spirituality and meaning making as grounding supports in the healing process. Emily often uses humor, mindfulness, and psychoeducation to build self-compassion and deepen insight, while offering clear and direct communication when it’s needed most.

Her strengths include: empathy, authenticity, passion, open-mindedness, and the lived experiences that deepen her connection and understanding.