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Emma Cott, LCMFT

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Emma 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 Emma. View 16 reviews
Great news, Emma is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Kansas

Recent reviews

Love her!!! Best therapist ever

Reviewed September 2024

Emma is absolutely amazing and has done more for me than she will ever know!

Reviewed July 2024

More about Emma

  • 12 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCMFT

I am a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Kansas. I have been licensed and working since 2012. For the first 6 years of my career, I worked in community mental health settings, working with all ages and stages of life. My primary role was crisis intervention for clients who were unable to keep themselves safe.

In 2017, I transitioned into private practice, where I now work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I've worked extensively helping clients manage a variety of issues: depression, anxiety, suicidal thinking, relationship problems, issues around identity, problems with sex and sexuality, work and career issues, social problems, and others. Basically, if you can identify it as an issue, I've probably treated it.

My goal - as a clinician and a human - is to normalize the idea of having mental health issues, and empowerment in struggle. Or, as I generally put it, "I'm not ok. You're not ok. And that's ok." I have a strong belief that the first step towards change is acceptance of who we are and where we're at. As psychologist Carl Rogers said, "The curious paradox is that when I accept myself, just as I am, then I can change."

My style is warm and supportive, but I will push you when I feel you're ready to be pushed. My goal is to help you meet your goals, and I'll encourage you to do what you've identified you want to do. I use an eclectic approach to therapy, combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, trauma-focused modalities, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, family systems theory, contextual therapy, and interpersonal therapy as the guiding forces of my practice, but there are bits and pieces of others as well. I will pull from whatever I can if I believe it will support you in your journey. I have focused on and trained in trauma-informed care and have a variety of tools to draw on to help you meet your goals.

Making the choice to start therapy and begin working on yourself is not an easy choice to make. Congratulations on taking this first step! I look forward to working with you.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Intimacy-related issues Depression Addictions LGBT Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Compassion fatigue Abandonment Attachment issues BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Blended family issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Dissociation Divorce and separation Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Post-traumatic stress Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

Emma Cott's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942556360.

  • LCMFT · Kansas · LCMFT 892 · Expires January 2027

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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Emma Cott

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

16 reviews

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Love her!!! Best therapist ever

Reviewed September 2024

Emma is absolutely amazing and has done more for me than she will ever know!

Reviewed July 2024

We are off to a great start, I have a more confident outlook on life while working with Emma!

Reviewed June 2024

The best therapist I’ve ever had

Reviewed May 2024

She is very understanding easy to work with She has helped me a lot on my journey

Reviewed April 2024

Emma is very helpful and understanding. I feel like I can talk to her about anything without judgement. I appreciate how she asks the right questions and guides me in the right direction.

Reviewed February 2024

Emma is amazing… you feel like you have known her for years… so easy to talk to

Reviewed February 2024

Emma is wonderful! She’s a great listener. Gives great feedback, asks solid questions and I feel comfortable talking to her about anything. I am feeling great, with Emma’s help. 10/10 recommend!

Reviewed January 2024

Great listening, non judgemental, informative feed back. Thankful for her ability to provide the above and just be a great support

Reviewed December 2023

Emma is quite literally the best therapist I've ever had. She speaks to me like a caring friend and is always there to listen. She calls me out when I'm being crazy and supports me when I need it. I adore her and don't know how I could've handled the last half of this year without her. I am forever grateful.

Reviewed November 2019

Emma has been so incredibly kind and helpful to me. She is the only person who I've met that has specialty in my specific type of trauma and has been working to help me overcome it.

Reviewed November 2019

Emma provided me with a perspective that I had never had before. I highly recommend her assistance to any and all that may need help understanding their position in life.

Reviewed November 2019

Emma has been very helpful and understanding to me. She has brought me out of my shell and back into life worth living again. I am so thankful that there are Emma's in this world.

Reviewed July 2019

Emma has been very supportive of everything I have talked to her about. She is there to listen to me and give amazing advice. I could not have a more amazing counselor.

Reviewed July 2018

Emma is highly sensitive to my issues, has great suggestions for self-help and is walking me through the hardest time in my life. I can only imagine the waves of healing going out into the world thanks to her.

Reviewed July 2018

She reads and responds very well to my messages. She is very nice.

Reviewed January 2018

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Frequently asked questions

Does Emma Cott offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Emma Cott 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 Emma Cott speak?

Emma Cott speaks English.

How many years of experience does Emma Cott have?

Emma Cott has 12 years of experience.

Where is Emma Cott licensed to practice?

Emma Cott is licensed to practice in Kansas.

Does Emma Cott accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Emma Cott 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 Emma Cott offer?

Emma Cott offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Emma Cott?

Emma Cott 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 Emma Cott?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.