Emily Chin

Adult Trauma Therapy, LGBTQ+ Affirming Counseling & Couples Therapy • EMDR • EFT • Sandtray Therapy • Grief Counseling • Anxiety & Trauma

About Emily Chin

Emily Chin is an Associate Professional Counselor (APC) providing trauma-informed therapy for adults and couples in a compassionate, supportive, and affirming environment. She earned her Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Counseling/Therapy from Trevecca Nazarene University in 2023 and specializes in helping adult clients navigate trauma, anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, and identity-related concerns.

Emily believes that meaningful healing happens through connection, safety, and collaboration. She is intentional about meeting clients where they are, honoring their lived experiences, and tailoring therapy to support emotional insight, regulation, and long-term growth.

Who Emily Works With

Emily works exclusively with adults and couples and supports clients who may be experiencing:

• LGBTQ+ adults and couples seeking affirming, inclusive therapy

• Couples navigating communication issues, emotional disconnection, or relational conflict

• Adults processing grief and loss, including life transitions and relational loss

• Adults with anxiety or depression impacting daily functioning

• Adults seeking trauma-informed therapy in a safe, emotionally attuned space
  

Emily is deeply committed to creating an environment where all identities, relationships, and experiences are respected and validated.

Therapeutic Approach

Emily’s approach is integrative, relational, and trauma-informed, thoughtfully adapted to each client’s goals and readiness. She draws from evidence-based and experiential modalities, including:

• EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to support trauma recovery and emotional healing

• Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to strengthen attachment and relational bonds in couples

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address unhelpful thought patterns and emotional responses

• Sandtray Therapy to support emotional expression and processing when words feel limiting

• Mindfulness-based and experiential techniques to build emotional awareness and regulation
  

Emily values creative and experiential methods that help clients access deeper insight while maintaining emotional safety and control.

What Clients Can Expect

Clients working with Emily often describe her as:

• Warm, compassionate, and deeply attentive

• LGBTQ+ affirming and inclusive

• Trauma-informed and emotionally grounded

• Collaborative and respectful of each client’s pace
  

Emily works alongside clients to help them feel supported as they process challenges, strengthen relationships, and move toward greater resilience and emotional well-being.

Supervision & Licensure

Emily practices under clinical supervision as she works toward full licensure. Supervision is provided by Lauren Greenway, in accordance with state licensing requirements.