At a glance
- Credentials
- LISW
- License
- LISW, Ohio / I.1901871
- NPI
- 1508015900
- Experience
- 18 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Ohio
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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- Motivational support
- Trauma informed care
- Practical coping skills
About Emmaly
Emmaly Diller is a licensed independent social worker (LISW) in Ohio with 18 years of experience. She offers a steady, respectful approach for people facing anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, and relationship struggles. Emmaly speaks plainly and meets people where they are in the moment.
Her work blends practical strategies with a warm, interactive style. She uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own reasons to change. She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, client-centered work, and mindfulness to address stress, trauma, parenting strain, and compassion fatigue.
Emmaly has experience in medical and mental health settings. Her background includes rehabilitation, hospice and palliative care, inpatient mental health, and residential programs for PTSD and co-occurring disorders. She also spent time on a PTSD clinical team at a Veterans Affairs community clinic working with trauma survivors.
Her past roles have included work with people facing serious mental health challenges and end-of-life concerns. That experience informs a practical focus on coping skills, problem solving, and restoring day-to-day functioning. Emmaly respects each person’s story and adapts sessions to specific needs.
Born and raised in western Canada, she lived and worked abroad before moving to the United States, becoming a citizen, and completing her social work education. Emmaly describes her life experience as an asset when understanding varied backgrounds and stressors.
Those interested in starting can expect a collaborative tone and straightforward goals. She aims to help people identify steps that feel manageable and meaningful as they move forward.
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How therapeutic approaches translate to online care
Emmaly uses Motivational Interviewing to help people clarify their reasons for change and to build motivation one step at a time. This approach focuses on listening, asking reflective questions, and supporting goals that feel personally meaningful.
She also employs Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which helps people accept unpleasant thoughts or feelings while taking action toward what matters to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and to practice different behaviors that improve daily functioning.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Emmaly will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.
For online work, confirm the exact session formats before booking because this profile does not list specific options. Online therapy can make scheduling easier, reduce travel time, and fit into busy days. It may also allow for shorter check-ins when needed or sessions without video if that helps concentration. Many people find it easier to keep therapy consistent when sessions fit around work, caregiving, or other responsibilities. -
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteemDepressionCompassion fatigueADHDAdditional focus areas
AbandonmentCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveTherapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family SystemsExperience
18+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship and parenting challenges, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.
What is her style and therapeutic approach?
Her style is warm and interactive. She uses Motivational Interviewing along with ACT, CBT, client-centered methods, and mindfulness to tailor sessions to each person.
How much experience does she have?
She has 18 years of experience working in both medical and mental health settings, including hospice, rehabilitation, inpatient mental health, and PTSD programs.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds the LISW credential and practices in Ohio as an independently licensed clinical social worker.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed in the profile.
How does pricing work?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.
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