Emma is a wonderful therapist. She's open and very knowledgeable. She has great advice and is a good listener. I highly recommend her to anyone.
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Trauma / PTSD, Anxiety, Life Transition, Bipolar Disorder, Women’s Issues, Coping Skills, Grief
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About Emma
Emma Pluta is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 14 years of experience. She has worked in community mental health agencies and hospitals with veterans, adults, children, and their families. Emma offers a safe space to share life's challenges and life's joys.
She specializes in addressing issues related to depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief end of life issues, trauma, and grandparents raising grandchildren. Emma completed her Master's degree in Counseling at Western Carolina University. She utilizes therapies such as motivational interviewing, person-centered therapy (PCT), solutions-focused therapy, trauma-informed approaches, and much more.
Emma believes that "we must speak, even if our voices shake". We all have our truths to share but not always the courage to share them. She can help you find and speak your truths in a caring supportive manner. Emma is able to guide you on your healing journey—reach out to schedule a session with her today.
"I genuinely care about helping people to explore their potential and discover contentment and equilibrium."
What clients say
These testimonials are from real clients who completed a satisfaction survey after their sessions and agreed to share their feedback. Results may vary.
My counselor ask me questions so these have gotten me to open more. She is very kind and thoughtful.
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Emma
Emma is a wonderful therapist. She's open and very knowledgeable. She has great advice and is a good listener. I highly recommend her to anyone.
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Emma
I appreciated the fact that we could talk about anything.
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Emma
My counselor is easy to talk to. It's like talking with a friend who gives advice.
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Emma
Get to know Emma
Why did you decide to become a counselor?
Besides being voted "most likely to become a therapist" in my high school yearbook, my life took me in places that made it natural to become one. Through my various life journeys, I gathered much empathy and experience with trauma affecting veterans, women and life itself. During a previous marriage with a veteran, I became very familiar with trauma and anxiety, I gained much experience with supporting people with trauma, so much so that I finally sought to make my high school predictors become true. At the age of 58 I earned my master's in counseling and haven't looked back since. I am truly honored and consider it a privilege to accompany people on their journey towards healing!
What's one thing you wish all clients knew?
It is so important to find a therapist who can relate to you. I would encourage each person to find the right fit.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
Clients can expect a listening ear, kind regard and a curiosity to know what brought you to therapy.
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Education and training
- Years in practice
- 14 years
- Graduating institute
- Western Carolina
- Graduating degree
- Master of Science
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