About
Emily Hartung, PhD, LCMHC, is a licensed clinical mental health counselor who specializes in trauma and PTSD, anxiety, and burnout. She provides counseling services to individuals, couples, and families, and has a particular passion for supporting those in helping professions who experience burnout and secondary traumatic stress. Emily's approach is grounded in a person-centered philosophy that emphasizes a safe, compassionate environment where clients feel supported and understood. She integrates trauma-informed care into her counseling work and is EMDR Certified, frequently utilizing Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to help clients safely process traumatic memories and experiences. Emily also incorporates principles from the Gottman Method when working with couples to strengthen communication and relationships. She works with clients to process difficult experiences, strengthen emotional resilience, and develop healthier patterns for relationships and daily life. LifeCare Counseling & Psychiatry offers sessions in telehealth appointments, and Emily is available to work with clients of all ages, including adolescents, adults, and couples. The practice has multiple locations throughout North Carolina, including Chapel Hill, Holly Springs, Raleigh (Brier Creek), Raleigh (Jones Franklin), Triad (Thomasville), Wake Forest, and Maine.
Insurance & payment
LifeCare Counseling & Psychiatry accepts Aetna, BlueCross and BlueShield, United Medical Resources (UMR), UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH, and Out of Network insurance plans.
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
- Out of network
Listed fee: $150 per session, I accept insurance. Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Counseling
Emily Hartung, PhD, LCMHC, provides counseling services to individuals, couples, and families.
Adoption Counseling
Emily offers counseling services to individuals and families navigating adoption and foster care challenges.
Anxiety Treatment
Emily provides anxiety treatment services, including EMDR and trauma-informed care.
Depression Treatment
Emily offers depression treatment services, including EMDR and trauma-informed care.
Medication Management
LifeCare Counseling & Psychiatry offers medication management services, including psychiatric services.
Groups & Workshops
The practice offers groups and workshops on various topics, including anxiety, depression, and trauma recovery.