Hello!

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I am Dr. Em Dreiling and it is an honor to welcome you. I recognize how difficult it can be to reach out and ask for help and I admire the courage of anyone who takes those first steps. 
​​​I work with clients of all ages and have experience working with a variety of presenting concerns including mood disorders, trauma, substance abuse and anxiety-related concerns. I utilize an integrative approach to therapy and works to collaborate with my clients based upon their unique needs and experiences.
I have a special interest in working with couples regardless of gender, orientation, race/ethnicity or relationship status. I offer pre-marital counseling and have extensive training in addressing difficulties related to communication, sexual concerns, infidelity, reconnecting with your partner and transitions and adjustments in relationships.
I am happy to offer flexible hours for clients. 

I am licensed in Virginia and am a PsyPact psychologist which allows me to practice in all PsyPact participating states
​https://psypact.site-ym.com/page/psypactmap
I do not participate with insurance companies however, I am happy to provide you with a receipt to submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement, though reimbursement is not guaranteed.

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Specialties

• Couples Counseling
• Depression and Anxiety
• Trauma/PTSD
• Substance Abuse/Addiction
  
• Body Image Concerns
  
• Mindfulness-based Practices
  
• Gender and LGBTQ Concerns
  

Certifications

• The Body Project - Trainer Certified
• EMDR Trained
• PREPARE-ENRICH Marriage and Pre-Marital Counseling Certified
• Safe Zone Certified

Therapy Modalities

• Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (CBT)
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT
• Dialectical and Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Gottman Theory--Couples Counseling
• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
• Mindfulness

Education

Ph.D.: Counseling Psychology
University of Northern Colorado
Doctoral Internship
Johns Hopkins University
MA: Couples and Family Therapy
Pepperdine University

Publications and Presentations

• The Interrelationships Among Perceived Parenting Styles, Psychological Entitlement, and Subjective Well-Being
  
• Life After Legalized:  An exploration of the experiences of marijuana dispensary owners and staff. 
• For Now but Not Forever:  An exploration of the starter marriage phenomenon. 
• I love myself and that’s all that matters: The development and clinical implications of encountering Generation Me.  
• Exploring the effects of feedback in couple and family therapy. 
• Sharing the struggle: Promoting mental health on campus through students’ stories of recovery.