Approach & Values
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counseling and coaching for individuals and couples in the state of Minnesota.
My Role
Emily has a Master’s in Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and is clinically licensed in the State of Minnesota (LICSW license #C009672). She has been working with individuals, couples, and families in various capacities since 2009. She founded Thistle and Thrive in 2015.
At Thistle and Thrive, we believe that healing happens in the context of relationships and safety, compassion, and trust form the foundation for meaningful change. Our role is to bear witness to your life and your story—to meet you with unconditional positive regard and genuine presence.
This is a space where:
• Pain is not rushed or minimized
• Your experiences are taken seriously
• Complexity is welcomed
• Growth unfolds at your pace
Social worker, therapist, coach
Core Values
Connection — Healing happens between people
Presence — Being with what is, without turning away
Nonjudgment — Your story belongs here
Compassion — Toward both struggle and strength
Integration — Making meaning of past and present
Hope — Seeing light without denying darkness
Statement: In harmony with the NASW Code of Ethics as well as my personal and
professional beliefs, I welcome and accept all people of any race, gender identity, gender
expression, nationality, ethnic origin, physical or mental ability, or sexual orientation into my practice.
You are welcome here.
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