Head of Clinical Learning
Emily Simonian, M.A., LMFT
Emily Simonian is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has direct training and experience working with family and relationship issues, as well as working with individuals. She also specializes in treating stress/anxiety, depression, and substance abuse, as well as self-esteem issues and general self-improvement goals.
Emily works with her clients to foster their personal growth and find long-term solutions that enable them to have the lives they want — because when your relationships and mental health are strong, every other facet of your life improves.
About our editorial policy
We are dedicated to providing you with valuable resources that educate and empower you to live better. We reference authoritative sources that provide additional value, and we also enforce a tiered review process in which at least three individuals — one or more being licensed clinical experts — review and edit each piece of content before it is published. In addition, we frequently update old content to reflect the most up-to-date information. Read more about our editorial policy today.About our expert review panel & process
Thriveworks’ own licensed mental health professionals ensure that our content is accurate and truly helpful to our readers. These professionals bring extensive experience and expertise in the mental health field, which enables them to verify the integrity of our content and improve its value via their own insights and tips. Read more about our mental health experts today.Medically reviewed by Emily Simonian, M.A., LMFT
Political anxiety: Setting boundaries at home, work, and online
Clinically reviewed by Emily Simonian, M.A., LMFT
Dissociative identity disorder (DID): Causes, triggers, treatment options, and more
Clinically reviewed by Emily Simonian, M.A., LMFT
How can creatives deal with anxiety?
How to cope with PMDD-related relationship issues
Do you know a narcissist? Here’s how to deal with a narcissist at home and at work
Clinically reviewed by Emily Simonian, M.A., LMFT How can I cope with my spouse who has an alcohol abuse problem?
In-person counseling vs. online counseling: What’s the difference? Which is right for me?
Clinically reviewed by Emily Simonian, M.A., LMFT
Depression in teens: Leading causes, warning signs, and why adolescent girls are at an increased risk
Clinically reviewed by Emily Simonian, M.A., LMFT
How can you tell if someone close to you might be suicidal?
Clinically reviewed by Emily Simonian, M.A., LMFT
6 positive effects playing sports can have on a child’s health
Clinically reviewed by Emily Simonian, M.A., LMFT
How to create a more inclusive space for neurodivergent team members at work
Clinically reviewed by Emily Simonian, M.A., LMFT
