Emilie Kapono, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Emilie!

I work with all ages, specializing in children through play. I combine Solution-Focused Therapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to build and highlight strengths, find resources, and establish a strong support system. I focus on what is already working for you and build from there.

My focus

I work with children ages 4 to 17 and adults. Children increase their self-esteem, autonomy, preferred behavior, and self-worth while decreasing anxiety and depression. Adults appreciate the collaboration between therapist and client as well as taking small steps toward their preferred future.

My approach

My approach is strength-based with all clients. You will establish a goal, and together we will find strengths, resources, and supports to use in working toward that goal while combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy interventions to uncover what works best for you. Play Therapy techniques are incorporated to enhance our progress together.

My communication style

My communication style varies in levels of play, fun, and creativity, as well as establishing calm by listening non-judgmentally and providing comfort when needed. Being curious about all clients is a strength of mine.

My journey to mental healthcare

I became a teacher and realized I focused on the social-emotional pieces of children and families rather than academics. I became a school counselor but found I was putting band-aids on mental health issues. I wanted to be on the other side of those referrals, so I became a therapist.

My goals for you

My approach to setting goals with clients is through collaboration. Together with you leading, we talk or play about what your hopes are in our meeting. Those hopes become your goals.

Our first session

We will build a connection through curiosity and listening non-judgmentally. We will talk about your best hopes for your future and establish a goal you want to work towards. I will be listening for strengths, resources, and learning about your support system. You will leave with a possible small step toward your goal.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Spiritual

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Play Therapy

Motivational Interviewing

Sandplay

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

Body Positivity

Educators

LGBTQIA+

Single Mother

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors
Preteens
Children

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northcentral University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Emilie Kapono