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.

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Medically 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

In-person counseling vs. online counseling: What’s the difference? Which is right for me?

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

What is apathy? Understanding the definition of apathy and how to work through apathetic feelings

Clinically reviewed by Emily Simonian, M.A., LMFT

How can I reassure my fiancé I’m in this for the long run?

Depressive disorders: Definition, types, and contributing factors

Clinically reviewed by Emily Simonian, M.A., LMFT

How to protect yourself from mind control techniques and cult recruitment (it’s not as far-fetched as you think)

Clinically reviewed by Emily Simonian, M.A., LMFT

Flowers, chocolate, and CBT: Date night ideas for an anxious or depressed partner

Clinically reviewed by Emily Simonian, M.A., LMFT