Emily is sensitive and knowledgeable with great insight into my issues. She always has helpful exercises and ways to reframe my situation.
Emily McBay, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Emily is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Emily. View 39 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida
Recent reviews
Emily is great - she listens - she provides feedback - she really cares
More about Emily
- 9 years' experience
- Female
- LMHC
Hi! My name is Emily and my loves are my family, adventures, and travel. Oh yeah, throw Disney, animals, sports, and cooking in there as well!! A little bit about me, I am a Midwest girl now living in Florida and my original professional pursuit in life was Meteorology (yep weather ) but having lived all over the country and sharing experiences with so many people both personally and professionally, I realized that most of us are just trying to make it through the day. This in-turn formed another love....counseling.
I received my bachelor's degree from UMass and went-on to receive my Masters in Counseling/Psychology from Palm Beach Atlantic University with a concentration in Family and Forensics. I spent my early counseling years working with those in incarceration as well as providing individual counseling with both students and families at a local university, as well as a treatment center. I now work with a diverse population through a local non-profit. I am experienced in working with depression, anxiety, marital and family, parenting issues, as well as motivation and self-esteem to name a few. I have also worked extensively with care-giver issues, traumas, and addictions.
As a licensed mental health counselor, I utilize many therapeutic techniques , but mostly I come from a holistic, person-centered approach that is integrative and driven by you, because what you are struggling with is unique to YOU and there is no "one perfect therapy" that fits everyone! You are awesome just by visiting this site, that itself shows you want something to change. I am the right counselor for you if you are willing to try; things can change if you want it. I also have my limitations...I can't solve your problems, but we can work on goals together for change, I also can't give you the winning lottery numbers, or wave a magic wand that all your problems will immediately go away. But I will be your cheerleader, your support, and the person who is ready to take this step with you!!!
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Emily McBay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922618263.
- LMHC · Florida · MH16116 · Expires March 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Emily McBay
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Emily is sensitive and knowledgeable with great insight into my issues. She always has helpful exercises and ways to reframe my situation.
Emily is great - she listens - she provides feedback - she really cares
Emily Mcbay has been Extremely helpful with my therapy in helping me with my mental health. I can't wait to see how I can use some of what I have learned in future relationships.
She understands me and I feel very comfortable talking to her.
She is the best therapist I’ve ever had. She’s super attentive, helpful and very caring. I would highly recommend her to anyone!
Emily is a wonderful therapist. She always listens patiently and supportively. I never feel judgement, only earnest support. She’s always given good advice and helpful exercises to help work through my feelings. I’ve only ever had positive experiences.
Emily is a kind, caring, & wonderful Therapist. She listens to me & then will proceed to help me with whatever is going on. She has also been available outside my sessions when I message her & she responds back. She is overall a wonderful Therapist & I would highly recommend her!
Emily is a great therapist who utilizes her expertise in her field to listen and communicate with her clients based on what their immediate needs are. She provides positive feedback and allows you to think and guide you to sensible conclusions and solutions. I would recommend her to anyone!
I appreciate her genuine concern - and helpful comments and thoughts. I really enjoy the messages and tips
I adore her! We've only had two sessions, but her insights and pointed questions are blowing my mind. Seeing Emily has already been a huge game-changer for me... I can't recommend her highly enough.
I have been much happier after talking with Emily!
Emily is very attentive to my feelings & to what I have to say. She gives me the tools to help me have a successful marriage & life. When talking to her, I feel comfortable opening up & feel no judgement on her part. She is an excellent therapist!
Emily and better help have be great for me and my personal growth. I feel like I have someone on my side and someone I can vent the smallest things to.
She’s amazing
Emily has been a sounding board and a challenger and a comforter through one of the most difficult years of my life and I am very grateful to have access to her expertise through my mobile.
She's been a great help in my journey
Emily has been great - and provides insight - homework - worksheets and things to think about
Emily has been very helpful in every situation I have needed to air. She listens and lets me figure things out but also gives me tools and some Homework and pushes me to have time during the week to work on me!
Emily is a wonderful Therapist! She is a great listener & will offer advice & tools to help you move forward on your journey. She takes pride in her work & it definitely shows, that's what makes her a great Therapist!
Emily is a very caring person. She is very good at listening and helping you see all sides to situation. She was great at helping me process some old stuff and venture in to some new ideas with my career. She was super easy to talk to and genuinely cared about me feeling better.
From the beginning when I started with Emily, I knew she was the therapist for me. She listens & is working with me to get through the issues & problems I have. She has given me the tools & worksheets to help me move forward in my process.
Just positive remarks. She is present and responsive.
Emily is a treasure! She has been exceptional at helping me to understand myself and others in a completely non-judgmental and supportive way. She is very knowledgable and is able to communicate in a way that is relatable and extremely helpful. I would (and have) recommended her to anyone!
Having Emily as my Therapist has changed my life. I was really not in a great place and things just get better and better. She really understands, she’s down to earth and extremely just hits it right on the nail everytime.
Emily is the best
She is so loving and supportive and I feel so safe to talk to her about anything and everything
Emily has been a life saver. I trust her, I appreciate her insight, and I've never had that experience in therapy before. She has given me very valuable information and wisdom.
Emily has gone above and beyond to make time in her schedule for me when I've had really bad days. She's messaged me when I've been quiet for awhile to check in on me. She has shown grace and understanding while also helping me set appropriate goals and challenges for myself.
Emily is so supportive. She is kind, understanding, and really makes you feel heard. I am thankful for her tone, her experience, and her insights.
Emily has been a key part of my personal and emotional discovery. She has guided me to learn and make improvements.
I was skeptical of therapy, as a male there is that stigma associated with not having your sh*t together. Emily has made an impact on my life and change my perception of how i view therapy and I've recommended therapy to several friends. Emily helps me view things from a different perspective and it has made me more open, has taken a weight off my shoulders, I've become more comfortable with who i am and am now better at communicating with the people around me and has made such a great impact on my life and can't thank her and the platform for being there. Thank you
She is so genuine, patient, and validating. Im not afraid to be honest with her because she is so understanding and validating that I feel like I am free to be 100% honest with her, which I have never felt free to be with any other therapist I have had. I don't feel judged or under pressure.
I have been talking with Emily for a month now. Emily expresses deep concern and empathy for my past. I never feel judged. She helps me to see how a situation in my life has effected me and what may have caused the situation to happen in the first place. I feel like with more time, I will find deep healing and understanding with her guidance.
Emily McBay has been a really great advocate for my feelings and self-care. She has kept good track of our previous discussions and is warm, friendly, ans understanding of the issues I share with her. She has also given me some tools and worksheets to work through my challenges. I really enjoy speaking with her and feel her expertise aligns with my therapy goals. I highly recommend Emily to anyone who is looking to address trauma, mental health concerns related to self/family, and also advise on communication best practices.
Emily is wonderful. She is such a great cheerleader but also offers real life advice. I’m so glad I finally found the right therapist who listens and seems to genuinely care!
Emily is really wonderful. She is supportive and a great cheerleader, which is really effective for me when I don’t feel like a big fan of myself. She’s insightful, kind, and definitely the best counselor I’ve had on BetterHelp (I’ve had three). Emily incorporates my interests into our sessions and helps me figure out effective solutions for whatever I’m struggling with. I can’t recommend her highly enough.
Emily is a wonderful listener, supporter and guide. She allows me to have space to process my feelings as well as encourages me to talk openly about things I am going through in a completely judgment free space. Highly recommend her!
Emily grasped my issues very early on and supports me as I work on them
Great experience so far!
Frequently asked questions
Does Emily McBay offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Emily McBay works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Emily McBay speak?
Emily McBay speaks English.
How many years of experience does Emily McBay have?
Emily McBay has 9 years of experience.
Where is Emily McBay licensed to practice?
Emily McBay is licensed to practice in Florida.
Does Emily McBay accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Emily McBay does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Emily McBay offer?
Emily McBay offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Emily McBay?
Emily McBay can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Emily McBay?
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