Emma thompson (she/they)

Hi, I'm Emma! 

I'm a strong believer that our bodies hold inherent wisdom, and that they are trustworthy. I also believe that the stories we tell ourselves shape our realities, and that therapy is a unique and powerful exploration of those stories. I dream of co-creating a therapeutic environment where you can take up space, breathe a sigh of relief, and be courageous in your exploration of yourself.

I utilize a somatic parts work approach, with a foundation in embodiment and the impacts of our developmental experiences. I’m also a brainspotting practitioner, which is one of many ways that mind-body connection plays a role in my therapeutic approach. As a fat and queer person, my work is influenced heavily by my values in anti-racism, anti-capitalism, queer and intersectional feminist theory, fat liberation and disability justice. My approach is direct, collaborative and relational, and our work together will be trauma-informed, sex-positive, and client-led. Often, I find that the work of therapy is really a chance to reparent ourselves - to meet with tender inner children who are in need of our attention and care. 

I am open to work with adult individuals, couples, polycules, and families of all structures - if anything here in my bio resonates with you, please feel free to reach out.

I have a special interest in working with clients who are: 

· Curious about themselves and the world 

· Longing to feel at home in their body 

· Seeking relief from perfectionism, or from habitual cycles they can't seem to step out of 

· Interested in deconstruction work - spirituality, sexuality or otherwise identity related 

· Navigating or processing adverse religious experiences, religious trauma or purity culture 

· Hoping to build stronger, richer relationships and find more effective ways to navigate conflict 

I completed my Master’s in Marriage, Couples & Family Counseling at Adler Graduate School, and I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Community Development.

When I'm not in session, you might find me playing mermaids in the nearest body of water, trying my hand at a new dinner recipe (RIP to the BA test kitchen), flowing through a sun salutation at the yoga studio, picking flowers from my garden, blowing bubbles with my nieces, taking blurry film photos of the people I love, or snuggled up playing video games on the couch with one of my partners and our dog. 

Email: Emma@vibrantlifetherapyclinic.com

Phone: (612) 460-0064

Accepted Insurances:

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Health Partners

Cigna

Aetna

Ucare

Hennepin Healthcare

UMR

MA/PMAP