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.

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.