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Virtual Mental Health Therapy for Children, Teens, Adults, and Neurodivergent Clients
Children (10 & up) and Adolescents
Support for Growing Up, One Step at a Time
Growing up isn’t easy. Each stage of childhood brings its own challenges—from intense emotions to new academic, social, and family pressures. Relationships with friends, school peers, and family can either support growth or add stress.
As a virtual child and teen therapist in Texas and Maryland, I help young clients develop emotional regulation, build communication skills, and cultivate resilience. Counseling provides a supportive space where your child or adolescent can:
Explore and express their emotions freely and safely
Develop strategies for managing stress and anxiety
Build healthy relationships and social skills
Navigate family dynamics and school challenges
Gain confidence and independence in life transitions
I also partner with parents, offering guidance on how to respond effectively, set boundaries, and support their child’s growth. Together, we help your child or teen develop tools to navigate uncertainty and thrive during critical developmental stages.
Adults
Therapy for Emotional Balance, Growth, and Resilience
Life can feel overwhelming when emotions, relationships, and daily responsibilities pull in multiple directions. As a virtual adult therapist in Texas and Maryland, I create a safe, collaborative space where you can:
Identify and explore unhelpful thought patterns
Build practical coping skills for stress, anxiety, or depression
Improve communication and strengthen relationships
Make meaningful behavior changes that impact your life
Counseling is about empowering you to gain influence over your emotions, communicate effectively, and cultivate lasting change. Together, we focus on strategies tailored to your goals, helping you grow with clarity, confidence, and resilience. Are you ready to begin?
Autism
Practical Support and Understanding for Neurodivergent Individuals
Life on the spectrum brings unique strengths and perspectives, but it can also present challenges—social dynamics, daily routines, anxiety, or trying to “fit in” can feel exhausting. Counseling for Level 1 Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other neurodivergent clients focuses on support, not fixing.
In sessions with me, you’ll:
Build emotional regulation skills tailored to how your brain works
Improve communication and social interaction
Process anxiety, stress, or challenges related to routines or transitions
Explore your strengths and develop practical strategies for daily life
Therapy is built on respect, curiosity, and collaboration, offering a safe, nonjudgmental space to grow in self-understanding and confidence. You are not broken—you are supported, and your experience is validated.
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Are you interested in a FREE 15 Minute Phone Consultation to see if I’m an effective fit for your needs?
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Do you or someone you know live in the greater Cheverly, College Park, or Frederick, Maryland area? Are either of you looking for virtual therapy options in areas such as Lubbock, Waco or San Antonio, Texas?
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Frequently Asked Questions
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My rate is $150 for a 45-50 minute session.
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I have dual licensure in Texas and Maryland!
I offer virtual only appointments to individuals ages 10 and up in both states.
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Taking the first step to start the counseling process can be overwhelming and intimidating. You may feel nervous and that’s okay! My hope is to spend time getting to know you, exploring your goals, and finding a pace and rhythm that works for you as we process together.
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I’m an out-of-network provider which means you can pay with a card and I can provide receipts (Superbills) of services to file with your insurer directly. I have found there are many benefits to private pay (even if you do have an insurance provider) in the counseling process such as:
Having more freedom in choosing a counselor that is a good fit for you (not just one that fits the "in-network" bill).
Receiving counseling services for needs that aren't necessarily considered "billable" to insurance (I.e. relationship struggles, work stressors, life transitions, child behavioral challenges, etc).
As your counselor, I will not be required to assign a mental health diagnosis for our time together which could then become a part of your medical record.
Our total number of sessions and session frequency will not be controlled by your insurance company but rather through our collaboration and reassessment as we work towards your goals.
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You can access my calendar and availability conveniently in my client portal at any time. You can also reach out to me via email or text (682-334-3796).
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You can cancel or reschedule a counseling appointment through my client portal as long as you provide 24 business hours notice. If an appointment is cancelled with less then 24 business hours notice or you fail to show up, it will be charged the full session fee.
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You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost.
Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services.
• You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees.
• Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service.
• If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.
• Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit: www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 800-985-3059.
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Emily Lewis, LPC, #78553
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Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council
1801 Congress Ave., Ste. 7.300
Austin, Texas 78701
(512) 305-7700Request records
We are required to retain your records for 7 years, or 5 years after a former child client has turned 18. If needed, records can be requested via the portal.
In order to request records from Emily M. Lewis Counseling, please complete the following steps:
Submit a written request via your client portal or by email.
Include your full name, date of birth, and the specific records you are requesting.
Allow up to 14 business days for processing.
Email: emily@emilylewis.co
Administrative charges may apply.