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Emma Flores

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Thrive for Life Counseling, LLC
Accepting clients Last Updated 1 days ago

Meet Emma Flores – Your Support for Life’s Transitions and Challenges

College is full of new experiences—some exciting, some stressful, and some that catch you completely off guard. Whether you’re starting your first semester, adjusting to campus life, or preparing for what comes after graduation, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed at times. Emma Flores is here to help you navigate it all.

Emma is a warm, approachable therapist who truly understands the unique challenges college students face. She knows that life during these years isn’t just about getting good grades—it’s about finding your identity, managing relationships, coping with change, and balancing independence with responsibility. She creates a safe, welcoming space where you can talk openly about what’s on your mind without fear of judgment.

Emma works with students who are feeling anxious, stressed, stuck, or uncertain about the future. She also supports those dealing with depression, relationship issues, self-doubt, and big life transitions. Her style is collaborative—you bring your experiences and goals, and together you’ll explore what’s getting in the way and how to move forward.

One of Emma’s strengths is making therapy feel comfortable and relatable. She understands that reaching out for help can be intimidating, so she meets you exactly where you are. Her sessions feel like a genuine conversation with someone who’s fully in your corner—someone who will listen, guide, and challenge you in ways that feel safe and encouraging.

Emma is especially passionate about helping students:

Manage anxiety, stress, and burnout

Navigate family, friendship, and romantic relationship changes

Build confidence and self-worth

Adjust to new environments or cultural transitions

Develop healthy coping skills for academic and personal challenges

She believes that therapy is not just for times of crisis—it’s also a tool for growth, clarity, and self-discovery. Working with Emma means gaining insight into your patterns, building resilience, and creating the life you want, one step at a time.

If you’ve been feeling like you have to “hold it all together” on your own, Emma wants you to know that you don’t. She’s here to remind you that it’s okay to ask for help—and that doing so is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Whether you’re looking for short-term support to get through a rough patch or ongoing therapy to help you grow and thrive, Emma is ready to walk alongside you.

Your college years are a time of change, growth, and possibility. With the right support, you can face challenges with confidence—and Emma Flores is here to help you do just that.


Specialties

ADHD Anxiety Athletic Performance Body Image Career Concerns College adjustment Cultural Adjustment Depression Executive Functions Family Conflict Grief and Loss Identity Development Life Transitions Perfectionism Phobias Relationship Issues Self-esteem Sleep Social Anxiety Social Isolation Stress Stress from Academics Trauma & PTSD

In-Network Insurance Plans

Emma Flores is in network for the following plans:

Aetna Aetna Student Health Anthem Anthem Blue Cross Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Choice Select PPO Cigna and Evernorth Lyra Health Modern Health Optum Oscar Oxford UMR United Behavioral Health UnitedHealthcare
Paperwork:

I can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.

Rates

First session $140
Ongoing sessions $110

Practice Hours

Monday 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Tuesday 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Wednesday 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Thursday 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Friday --
Saturday --
Sunday --

Treatment Approaches

Career Counseling Coaching Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Culturally Sensitive Mindfulness Multicultural Positive Psychology Sports Psychology Trauma Focused

Age Groups

Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64) Seniors (65+)

Communities

Artists Immigrants International People of Color

Meeting Options

Video sessions available

Qualifications

  • Years in Practice: 5
  • License(s): FL-TPSW5399, IL-149.026644

More About Me

  • Languages Spoken: English, Korean, Spanish
  • Race(s): Latina
  • Gender(s): Cisgender, Woman

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