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Emily Oakes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT

Emily Oakes

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Fort Worth, TX 76116
Let's Connect (817) 954-8451
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I am grateful you're here! I am a former educator who has transitioned into the counseling world to support children, teens, & adults through a more connected & valued relationship. I am a wife & mother & feel that these roles support my ability to relate & connect to the challenges my clients face in their lives.
I use solution focused, client centered approach infused with an awareness of the body & nervous system, cognitive skills for teens & adults, & couples, & for your children, play. As a Registered Play Therapist I value using play as a tool to support children/teens & their parents on their journey.
My goal is to create a safe, welcoming, & receptive environment where we can work together to move towards healing & reaching goals for yourself or your family. I value authenticity, empathy, & a patient but direct approach to move clients forward. Your call & email is important to me! Please know it may take up to 48 hours for me to respond to your request.
Call or Emily Oakes now for a free 15 minute consultation - (817) 954-8451

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Anchored West Counseling and Play Therapy

Fort Worth, TX 76116

(817) 954-8451
Everyone is genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing it is stupid.
I specialize in Child, Coping Skills and Trauma and PTSD 
$180 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (817) 954-8451
Photo of Emily Oakes, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Anchored West Counseling and Play Therapy

Fort Worth, TX 76116

(817) 954-8451
Everyone is genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing it is stupid.
I specialize in Child, Coping Skills and Trauma and PTSD 
$180 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $180
  • Couple Sessions $180
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Optum
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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While I do accept most major insurances, super bills will be provided for out of network clients. In addition, sliding scale rates and referrals for financial support may be provided to those in need.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (817) 954-8451
Photo of Emily Oakes, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT
Emily Oakes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT
"
While I do accept most major insurances, super bills will be provided for out of network clients. In addition, sliding scale rates and referrals for financial support may be provided to those in need.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (817) 954-8451
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Emily Oakes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Texas / 79221 Emily E Oakes
  • In Practice for 8 Years
  • Certificate from Association for Play Therapy
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Play therapy is based upon the fact that play is a child's natural medium of self-expression. It is an opportunity which is given to the child to "play out" his feelings and problems just as in certain types of adult therapy, an individual "talks out" his difficulties. Virginia Axaline
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (817) 954-8451
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Emily Oakes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT
"
Play therapy is based upon the fact that play is a child's natural medium of self-expression. It is an opportunity which is given to the child to "play out" his feelings and problems just as in certain types of adult therapy, an individual "talks out" his difficulties. Virginia Axaline
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (817) 954-8451
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Emily Oakes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Adoption
  • Anxiety
  • Asperger's Syndrome
  • Autism
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Body Positivity
  • Caregivers
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
Do these issues align with your needs? or (817) 954-8451
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Emily Oakes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (817) 954-8451
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Emily Oakes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT

2 Endorsements

Andrew Infinger
Andrew Infinger
Licensed Professional CounselorLPC
Emily is personable, kind, and highly invested in helping people. As a client you can be confident that she will work hard to help you. Emily's background in education also gives her a deeply informed perspective on children and families!
Nikolaus Johnson
Nikolaus Johnson
Licensed Professional CounselorMSLPC-SRPT-S
Emily is a great therapist for kids, families and couples. I regularly refer to her. She does a great job in navigating interpersonal dynamics between family members.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Christian Counseling
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Expressive Arts
  • Family / Marital
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Multicultural
  • Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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All services, including play therapy, are offered through a virtual platform when appropriate. In certain cases, in person therapy may be preferable.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (817) 954-8451
Photo of Emily Oakes, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT
Emily Oakes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT
"
All services, including play therapy, are offered through a virtual platform when appropriate. In certain cases, in person therapy may be preferable.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (817) 954-8451
Photo of Emily Oakes, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT
Emily Oakes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Anchored West Counseling and Play Therapy

Fort Worth, TX 76116

(817) 954-8451
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Everyone is genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing it is stupid.
Call for a free consultation now - (817) 954-8451
Photo of Emily Oakes, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT
Emily Oakes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT
"
Everyone is genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing it is stupid.
Call for a free consultation now - (817) 954-8451
Photo of Emily Oakes, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT
Emily Oakes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT