Emily Makela
Emily Makela, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Veteran Care Clinical Coordinator
Originally from Texas, Emily brings warmth, compassion, and a grounded clinical presence to her work with patients. She received her Master of Social Work from Texas A&M University-Commerce and her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Texas at Dallas. Through military moves with her Army pilot husband, Emily has made homes in both Georgia and along the Gulf Coast of Florida. Today, she serves as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and our Veteran Care Clinical Coordinator, where she is honored to support individuals and families navigating healing, growth, and meaningful change.
Emily practices through a trauma-informed lens and is especially passionate about helping teens and adults understand and overcome the lasting impact that stressful or traumatic experiences can have on daily life. She recognizes that trauma can shape the way a person thinks, feels, responds, and relates to others, often in ways that are difficult to recognize alone. With a gentle, collaborative approach, Emily provides compassionate support and practical guidance for those working through a wide range of distressing experiences, including early relational trauma and military service-connected trauma.
Emily strives to create a safe, supportive space where patients feel seen, respected, and empowered to explore their experiences at their own pace. She helps individuals better understand the ways past experiences may be influencing present thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, while supporting them in building insight, resilience, and a stronger sense of self. Outside of her clinical work, Emily enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading mystery novels, relaxing at the beach, going on walks with her rescue dog, Dixie, and trying her hand at golf.
Patient Age Ranges: Older Adults (65+), Adults (20-64), Teens (14-19)
Licensed in Florida and Georgia
Clinicians are Independently Contracted Providers
