Emiko Kenderes

My communication style

I'm not your blank wall therapist. I'm engaged and personable. I believe that the #1 aspect for successful treatment is the therapeutic relationship. Research shows that methods and approaches really only account for about 10% of the outcome.

My journey to mental healthcare

Hearing people's stories has always interested me, and listening comes naturally. I came out in my mid-30s after being married to a man in a conservative world. I had so much to process in a non-judgmental space and found it hard to find. I'm happy to use my experience to provide the safe space I was looking for.

My goals for you

I like to start by asking, "How would you know when you don't need therapy anymore?" As we unpack that, it helps create a realistic goal determined collaboratively. If it's broader, like identity or self-esteem issues, we break down goals into mile markers of progress with regular check-ins.

Our first session

A first session is really about getting to know what brings you in and seeing if we're a good match. I'll ask if you'd like to work with me, and won't take offense if there's hope for a better match. I applaud people brave enough to take the first step.

I identify as...

• Female
• Biracial or Multiracial
• Agnostic, Christian, Spiritual