in-person at the wilmington office
& virtual in north carolina
Emeline Jones, MSW, LCSW
Adults & Couples | Anxiety, Perfectionism, People Pleasing, Communication in Relationships
There is no “right way” to live.
Whether it be upbringing, social conditioning, cultural expectations, trauma, or just natural tendencies, some of us live with the inclination to please others with all of our choices. And I get it, pleasing others feels good! I help clients identify their own unique values and live a life in alignment with those values, while tolerating the discomfort that may come along with disappointing others. The “right way” to live is different for each individual.
I approach therapy the way I approach road trips…
Meaning, together with my clients I map out a route, and make sure we’re never aimless. But I am certainly not opposed to a backroad detour or a stop off at a roadside diner. In the therapy room I trust my clients to lead towards their desired destination, however my natural curiosity leads to lots of questions which many clients find helpful. I offer a mix of psychoeducation and tend to stick to casual language and metaphor versus big clinical speak.
When I’m not working I am ideally baking something delicious, swimming in the ocean, listening to folk music or a podcast, taking a great nap on the porch, and spending time with my family and dogs (although, probably not all at the same time…).
Emeline Jones, MSW, LCSW is a therapist at Reclaim Counseling and Wellness's Wilmington location. She also provides therapy virtually in North Carolina. Emeline received her Bachelors of Arts in Public Health from The College of Charleston and her Masters of Social Work from University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Emeline enjoys working with adults who may identify as “compulsive caregivers'' and are experiencing anxiety and burn-out as a result (helping professions, parents, people pleasers). She is trained in EMDR, The Gottman Method and utilizes ACT, CBT and mindfulness as appropriate. Emeline also enjoys working with couples, especially newlyweds where she focuses on communication and appreciation.
Professional Bio
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