ABOUT ME

Hi, I’m Emma! I am an LCSW licensed in Maine and Texas. I am originally from Maine and currently live in Austin, Texas. I am trained in DBT, RO-DBT, parent coaching and EMDR therapies. I prefer to do the more specific and structured work of these modalities. If you are unsure which modality would be most effective for you, we can assess that together.

I believe in people and in our ability to change and heal. I also know growing and changing is sometimes painful and difficult. It’s an honor to help people through this work.

I believe in being lovingly open and direct in session to help you get the most out of your time and money. I have a background in comedy and theater and like to use humor and play as the essential healing tools they are!

I am new to gardening. I love dogs, art, swimming, animals and reality television. I have my BA in theater and literature from New College of Florida and have my MSSW from University of Texas Austin.

I named my business Soft-Shell Collective to honor my Maine roots. When lobsters shed their hard shells, the new one they grow is softer, malliable and has more room for them to expand. We get to keep our shells and it’s important to let them be soft. I chose the word collective because this work is a collaboration. We are working collectively towards your goals. Healing does not happen in isolation. I also really liked the band Animal Collective in college.

Reach out if you would like to set up a consultation

emmaholder@softshelltherapy.com

512-596-0415