Hey there, I’m Dr. Emily Ciepcielinski.
I’m a therapist and supervisor with 20 years of experience specializing in anxiety, eating disorders, and body image. I help people reconnect with their bodies, regulate their nervous systems, and build lasting healing. I also create mental health content - digital courses and practical tools that help individuals and families access evidence-based mental health support.
My Clinical Approach & Areas of Expertise
I believe therapy works best when it feels collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in approaches that are both deeply human and supported by research. My work integrates relational therapy, nervous system support, somatic and parts-informed practices, as well as evidence-based treatment to help clients move toward meaningful and sustainable change.
Collaborative, Warm & Relational
I prioritize creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel truly seen and understood. Our work will be collaborative and paced in a way that honors your readiness, your story, and your goals. I believe that healing happens within supportive relationships, and the therapeutic relationship itself is an important part of the change process.
Somatic-Based
Our minds and bodies are deeply interconnected. I incorporate somatic and nervous system-informed approaches to help clients better understand how stress, anxiety, and past experiences show up in the body. Together, we work on building awareness of physical sensations, emotional states, and nervous system responses so that you can develop greater regulation, resilience, and a stronger sense of connection with your body.
Effective & Rooted in the Latest Science
While my clinical approach is highly relational and personalized, it is also grounded in practices that are supported by research. My work draws from evidence-based treatments for eating disorders, anxiety, and related concerns, while integrating newer understandings of nervous system regulation, mindfulness, and experiential healing. My goal is to help you develop practical tools and meaningful insights that lead to lasting change in your daily life.
Specific Areas of Expertise
• Eating disorders and disordered eating
• Body image concerns and body dissatisfaction
• Parenting a child or adolescent with an eating disorder
• Anxiety and chronic worry
• Stress, overwhelm, and burnout
• Mental load and emotional labor, particularly for busy parents
• Perfectionism and “recovering good kid” patterns
• Self-criticism and inner critic work
• Life transitions and identity shifts
• Developing self-compassion and sustainable coping skills
• Supervision & consultation for fellow clinicians—general clinical consultation or specific for those pursuing the Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) credential
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Individual Therapy & Parent Support
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Professional & CEDS Consultation
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Mental Health Content, Courses & Resources
Check out my online course:
What Clients are Saying
“You have helped me become a woman who has self-esteem and is becoming confident of who she is…”
H.N.
“You have taught me more than I could ever ask for and words cannot describe how grateful I am.”
M.S.
Get in Touch!
Schedule a free 1:1 introductory session with me to discuss your clinical or supervisory needs.
FAQ
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I primarily work with adults and teens ages 16+, though I also provide guidance and resources for parents who want to support their children’s body image, mental health, and relationship with food.
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You can reach out through the contact form on this website to inquire about therapy or consultation. We'll schedule a brief phone or video chat (~15 minutes) so I can assess your needs and we can determine if we’re a match; then we’ll schedule the first session (either in-person or virtual).
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Yes, absolutely! I provide trainings, workshops, and educational presentations for clinicians, parents, and organizations interested in topics related to eating disorders, body image, anxiety, and mental health. Please reach out via the contact form.
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You can explore my blog, social media, newsletter, and digital courses - links for all can be found on my homepage.
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No. While I support clinicians seeking the CEDS credential, I also offer general consultation for therapists who want additional support or training in eating disorder and anxiety work.
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Recovery involves addressing patterns around food and body image, but also exploring underlying factors like anxiety, perfectionism, emotional coping, nervous system regulation, and self-compassion. I work closely with area medical providers, treatment centers, and dietitians.
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Yes. Therapy sessions are conducted via secure telehealth, allowing clients to access support from the comfort of their home.
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If thoughts about food, weight, or your body are taking up a lot of mental space, affecting your mood, or impacting your daily life, it can be helpful to talk with a professional. You don’t need to meet a certain threshold to benefit from support.
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I do not work directly with insurance companies. However, I can provide a superbill (a detailed receipt for services) that you can submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement. Some clients are able to receive partial reimbursement this way, depending on their out-of-network mental health benefits, so it’s helpful to check with your insurance provider about your specific coverage.
I choose not to work directly with insurance because insurance companies often place limitations on treatment, including requiring diagnoses, dictating the length or type of care, and requesting access to sensitive clinical information. Working outside of insurance allows me to protect client privacy and provide care that is individualized and not restricted by insurance requirements.