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Emily

Smith-Aldrich

Graduate Intern

  • MA, Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Anticipated Summer 2027), Wake Forest University

  • Works with ages 5+

  • Caregiver support

  • Expertise in ADHD and ASD

Accepting New Clients

In-Person & Online

Available Session Formats:

Earliest
Appointment

Days
Available

Latest
Appointment

M, W, F

10:30

6:00

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Emily is currently a graduate student on the Clinical Mental Health Counseling track at Wake Forest University. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Experimental Psychology from the University of Central Florida and is expected to obtain her MA in May 2027, following which she will continue pursuing clinical licensure in North Carolina. Outside of her internship with Redfish Counseling, she has experience working with neurodiverse children and adolescents aged 2-17 and their families in school, community-based, in-home, and clinical settings. In her work as a counselor, she helps her clients navigate challenges such as anxiety, impulsivity, emotional regulation, and navigating peer relationships. Emily is also passionate about helping her clients live their most fulfilling lives through increasing skills in executive function, building self-esteem and self-image, and fostering healthy family dynamics by involving caregivers in their child's care. Emily is deeply passionate about serving diverse populations by utilizing person-centered, trauma-informed, multiculturally competent, and neurodiversity-affirming practices. Other approaches she typically utilizes in sessions include aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Solution-Focused Therapy.

INSURANCE & BILLING

Emily is available to see clients at a reduced private-pay rate and/or on a pro bono basis if appropriate!

Contact billing@redfishcounseling.com with any questions

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SPECIALTY AREAS

ADHD & Autism Spectrum

Executive function

Anxiety

Children & Adolescents

Emotional regulation

Interpersonal relationships

Self-esteem & Boundaries

Family dynamics

Coping skills

From 

Emily

"My passion for counseling was sparked by the belief that...

"every person has the capacity to grow, change, and build the life they want for themselves. It is an honor to be part of that process and get to witness clients make positive strides towards achieving their own sense of fulfillment. 


My favorite thing about my role as a counselor is that I get to carve out a space where clients can be real, messy, and unapologetically themselves without judgment while they are on this journey. Come as you are and I will meet you there!


My counseling style is supportive, collaborative, and authentic. My job is to help you figure out what you would like to achieve, and collaboratively set and work on actionable goals that help you get there, together. During sessions, we will reflect, learn, problem-solve, and process emotions and life stressors. 


I primarily utilize CBT, ACT, and solution-focused techniques, focusing on the connection between our thoughts and beliefs, our self-concepts, and our behavior as human beings. Since no two clients are the same, my approach varies per client and often per session. Rigid structure is not what you will find in my office; if an intervention is not working for you, we can always change course!


Outside of the office, I am often found exercising, cooking and eating good food, tuning into a podcast about psychology or history while I clean or work on crafts, or spending time with my partner and my two spoiled cats, Ruby and Pete. I enjoy puzzles, beading, embroidery, and painting. I look forward to connecting with you and helping you build your best life!

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Reserve a free 15-minute call with our intake team today to get started
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