Emily is so kind and patient during our sessions, she understands me and gives me amazing proactive tips and methods to use in everyday situations! She is easy to open up to and just a very calm and safe space during sessions!
Emily Courney, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Emily is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Emily. View 1 review
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
More about Emily
- 3 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
Emily Courney is a licensed marriage and family therapist in California with 3 years of clinical experience. Emily has a background in research and academia as well as a specialization in sex therapy. In addition to her training as an LMFT, this specialization means she is equipped to work with issues ranging from severe sexual trauma to gender/sexual orientation issues, as well as common intimacy concerns.
During your sessions, you will work with Emily J. Courney, LMFT to increase self-awareness surrounding long-standing patterns in order to nurture congruence between your internal world and outward actions. Emily's approach is influenced primarily by existentialist, psychodynamic, and attachment theories. In other words, she will work through several combined approaches in order to help you identify how your past experiences have shaped the way you interact with the world today.
Emily has worked with clients from diverse backgrounds and cultures, as well as families and individuals of all ages. She is experienced in helping her clients through self-esteem issues, identity exploration, intimacy issues, anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, LGBTQ+ issues, and sexual trauma. Collaboratively, you will work toward goals you set together, celebrating achievements along the way.
Specialties
LGBT
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Self esteem
Attachment issues
Body image
Communication problems
Control issues
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Self-love
Sexuality
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Licenses
Emily Courney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679318182.
- LMFT · California · 147481 · Expires June 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Emily Courney
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Emily is so kind and patient during our sessions, she understands me and gives me amazing proactive tips and methods to use in everyday situations! She is easy to open up to and just a very calm and safe space during sessions!
Frequently asked questions
Does Emily Courney offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Emily Courney works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Emily Courney speak?
Emily Courney speaks English.
How many years of experience does Emily Courney have?
Emily Courney has 3 years of experience.
Where is Emily Courney licensed to practice?
Emily Courney is licensed to practice in California.
Does Emily Courney accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Emily Courney does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
How can I communicate with Emily Courney?
Emily Courney can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Emily Courney?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.