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Emily Elrod-Black

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC (she, her)

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1368 Marsh Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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1368 Marsh Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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If you're here, you're likely fighting a battle with your emotions, your relationship to food, or with a harsh inner critic that just won’t let up. Maybe you’ve spent years trying to "fix" yourself, control the uncontrollable, or numb the discomfort inside. But what if the answer isn’t in fixing, but in coming home—to yourself? I specialize in working with those who struggle with chronic anxiety, disordered eating patterns, and the deeper emotional pain that lives underneath. To my work, I bring a degree of honesty and relatability that helps my client feel truly understood.
Through an attachment focused, mindfulness-based approach to counseling, I support clients in connecting to their authentic selves and building the skills to live life authentically, resiliently, and peacefully.
You deserve to feel at home in your body and your life. If you're ready to move beyond fear and into a more authentic, embodied way of being, I would be honored to support you!
Call or Emily Elrod-Black now for a free 15 minute consultation - (805) 439-8780

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1368 Marsh Street

San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 map

(805) 439-8780
My website
I meet with my clients Monday - Friday, with general availability between 10am and 6pm.
I specialize in Eating Disorders, Anxiety and Depression 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (805) 439-8780
Photo of Emily Elrod-Black, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1368 Marsh Street

San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 map

(805) 439-8780
My website
I meet with my clients Monday - Friday, with general availability between 10am and 6pm.
I specialize in Eating Disorders, Anxiety and Depression 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $150

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • CenCal
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • Quest Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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I use Headway to manage my insurance billing. If you'd like, you can create a free account with them to receive a complimentary benefit check and find out how much you will pay out of pocket for sessions. Please reach out with any questions!
Photo of Emily Elrod-Black, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Emily Elrod-Black
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 439-8780
"
I use Headway to manage my insurance billing. If you'd like, you can create a free account with them to receive a complimentary benefit check and find out how much you will pay out of pocket for sessions. Please reach out with any questions!
Photo of Emily Elrod-Black, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Emily Elrod-Black
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 439-8780

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 17782 Emily Elrod-Black
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 5 years
  • Attended Naropa University, Masters in Mindfulness Based Clinical Counseling
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from PACT PACT Level 1 / 2022
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I formerly worked in an intensive eating disorder treatment clinic, facilitating educational and therapeutic groups, providing individual counseling, and working with multidisciplinary treatment teams to provide comprehensive care. I am also a PACT L1 couples therapist.
Photo of Emily Elrod-Black, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Emily Elrod-Black
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 439-8780
"
I formerly worked in an intensive eating disorder treatment clinic, facilitating educational and therapeutic groups, providing individual counseling, and working with multidisciplinary treatment teams to provide comprehensive care. I am also a PACT L1 couples therapist.
Photo of Emily Elrod-Black, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Emily Elrod-Black
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 439-8780

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Eating Disorders
  • Anxiety
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Body Image
  • Coping Skills
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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As someone who has recovered from an eating disorder and found tremendous value in the counseling that helped me achieve it, working with people in recovery has become my passion and professional specialty.
Photo of Emily Elrod-Black, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Emily Elrod-Black
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 439-8780
"
As someone who has recovered from an eating disorder and found tremendous value in the counseling that helped me achieve it, working with people in recovery has become my passion and professional specialty.
Photo of Emily Elrod-Black, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Emily Elrod-Black
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 439-8780

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Compassion Focused
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Gestalt
  • Interpersonal
  • Positive Psychology
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Transpersonal
  • Trauma Focused
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Emily Elrod-Black
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (805) 439-8780
Photo of Emily Elrod-Black, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Emily Elrod-Black
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (805) 439-8780

Location

Primary Location

1368 Marsh Street

San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

(805) 439-8780
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I meet with my clients Monday - Friday, with general availability between 10am and 6pm.
Photo of Emily Elrod-Black, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Emily Elrod-Black
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Call for a free consultation now - (805) 439-8780
"
I meet with my clients Monday - Friday, with general availability between 10am and 6pm.
Photo of Emily Elrod-Black, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Emily Elrod-Black
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Call for a free consultation now - (805) 439-8780