WELCOME

Hi there! I specialize in working with adults who have had difficult relationship experiences throughout their lives.  You may have had a difficult childhood and are looking to heal generational cycles. You and your partner may feel disconnected and may be looking to rebuild emotional intimacy. You may have a difficult time trusting yourself or others because of painful experiences in your past. Whatever the case, I am here to support you and your closest relationships.

My passions include working with both couples and individuals who are struggling to navigate issues such as trauma, anxiety, and relationship distress. I also particularly enjoy working with premarital couples. While I often market my services to couples and adults issues, I also enjoy working with anxious or struggling teenagers from time to time.

I often find that our closest relationships greatly impact how we see the world. This can be a secure and healthy view of ourselves and others around us; or we can become filled with anxiety and pain.

MY BACKGROUND

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist here in the state of Tennessee. I earned my Masters of Science in Marital and Family Therapy from Lee University in 2019. Since then, I have completed advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy which is the gold standard for couples therapy. I also have training in a specific trauma therapy known as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (or “EMDR”).

Over the years, I have worked with a multitude of issues including, but not limited to marital distress; complex trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, crisis prevention, suicidal ideation, and general life transitions.

ON A PERSONAL NOTE

I have strong roots here in East Tennessee, having been born and raised in Blount County. As a Tennessee native, naturally, I bleed orange for the Vols. My family includes myself, my husband, our daughter, and our two rescue dogs. We love to play games, kayak, and drive through the mountains.

INVESTMENT

The initial appointment fee is $195 and lasts for 80 minutes.
Subsequent 50 minute sessions are $145.
Subsequent 80 minute sessions are $195.
*Cash, card, HSA/FSA are accepted forms of payment. Insurance is not currently accepted. I will provide a superbill upon request, if you want to utilize your out of network insurance benefits. I also offer a lowered fee upon request.

MY PROFESSIONAL BIO

Advanced Training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT Externship and Core Skills Training)

Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (“EMDR”)

Certified Prepare-Enrich Facilitator

M.S. Marital and Family Therapy from Lee University
B.A. Psychology from Lee University

Emma Poole, LMFT

License State and Number: TN 1634