About
Emily Johnston, an Associate Licensed Counselor under the supervision of Jane Coleman, LPC-S, provides in-person therapy in Birmingham and telehealth services throughout the state of Alabama. Emily treats clients, predominantly female ages 16 and older, for a wide range of symptoms, focusing specifically on OCD, anxiety, trauma, and depression. Emily is a Certified Brainspotting Therapist and enjoys using this specific practice to help clients heal their nervous system to experience long-lasting change. Emily's approach is tailored to meet each client's individual needs and goals, drawing from Brainspotting, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and Internal Family Systems (IFS). The goal of therapy is to help clients leave feeling more regulated, which Emily believes is the foundation for lasting change. Emily's practice is a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to be seen and supported, and she strives to offer a deep belief in the intrinsic value of every person.
Insurance & payment
Insurance details are not listed publicly — call the practice to confirm.
Listed fee: $125 per session. Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Brainspotting (BSP)
A brain-based therapeutic approach designed to help rewire the nervous system by accessing, processing, and releasing deeply held emotional and physical pain.
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
A widely considered gold standard treatment for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and other anxiety-related disorders, involving gradually exposing clients to anxiety triggers while helping them resist compulsive or avoidant behaviors.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
A therapeutic model that views the mind as made up of multiple 'parts,' each with its own perspective, emotions, and role, helping clients gain deeper self-understanding and foster healing through curiosity, empathy, and internal connection.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
A therapeutic approach that helps identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop strategies to shift them, incorporated by Emily to help clients develop more adaptive coping mechanisms.