Emily Hand , LPC

Emily Hand is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Tennessee who brings four years of clinical experience working with substance and behavioral addictions. She also supports people facing depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship and family concerns, parenting challenges, sleep difficulties, anger, self-esteem issues, career stress, ADHD, and intimacy-related matters. A significant portion of her training has been dedicated to working with survivors of physical trauma and emotional abuse, and she maintains a focus on trauma-informed care and addiction recovery.

Her counseling style is curious, interactive, and grounded in respect. She meets clients where they are, approaches each person with sensitivity and compassion, and avoids stigmatizing labels. Emily finds deep professional fulfillment in witnessing people reconnect with their inner strength, resilience, and sense of meaning. She draws on a range of evidence-informed methods including EMDR for trauma processing, cognitive and acceptance-based strategies for managing thoughts and behavior, client-centered and attachment-informed ways of building trust, and mindfulness and grief interventions when relevant. Treatment plans and session dialogue are tailored to the specific needs and goals of each individual.

Emily believes the brain, like the body, is capable of healing and growth, and that seeking help is a courageous first step. If working together feels like the right fit, she can offer collaborative support aimed at restoring functioning, easing distress, and helping clients move toward the life they want.

Evidence-Informed Approaches Delivered Online

Emily Hand integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify personal values and take mindful, committed action even when difficult thoughts and emotions are present - an approach often useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. She also uses Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) as a structured method to process and reduce the emotional impact of traumatic memories, which can be beneficial for those who have experienced abuse or other physical trauma. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another core component - it focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and problems like insomnia or anger.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. Emily collaborates with each person to explore which methods fit their goals, preferences, and comfort level, and she adapts the plan as progress is made. This collaborative process helps ensure treatment stays aligned with the client’s needs.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations. These options offer flexibility in scheduling, allow continuity of care across distances, and can make it simpler to engage in consistent, ongoing work toward well-being.