Emily Natale → Therapist at Best Therapists

Massachusetts, LMHC #8605; Rhode Island LMHC #01128; New Jersey, LPC #37PC01008700

Emily Natale

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Providence

Female

White

Virtual and In Person

Specialties

Existential questioning, Grief, Self esteem

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Education

Masters of Mental Health Counseling and Expressive Art Therapy | Lesley University, 2011

About

Emily is a compassionate and experienced art therapist, expressive arts educator, and licensed mental health counselor dedicated to helping individuals reconnect with themselves through embodiment and wholeness. With over 15 years of clinical experience, she guides children and adults in integrating mind, body, and emotions to foster deep healing and personal transformation. Specializing in trauma, chronic pain, grief and loss, spirituality, life transitions, and child mental health, Emily’s approach blends expressive arts, somatic awareness, breath-work, and mindfulness with traditional psychotherapy. She helps clients develop inner resilience, process difficult emotions, and cultivate a sense of balance and authenticity in their lives. In addition to her clinical work, Emily runs an online arts school for creative embodiment education, offering courses that integrate art, movement, and mindfulness as tools for self-discovery and emotional healing. She also leads a visual journaling group, and provides workshops and professional training on the therapeutic power of embodied creativity. Licensed in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New Jersey, Emily is a registered art therapist and an member of the American Art Therapy Association (AATA). She is passionate about making holistic healing accessible and believes that true wellness comes from embracing the full spectrum of one’s experiences—mind, body, and spirit.

Message to clients

I believe that within you lies the wisdom and capacity to heal, grow, and navigate whatever challenges you’re facing. My role as a therapist is not to give you quick fixes but to support you in reconnecting with your own inner knowing. I offer a deeply present and attuned space, listening to you in many ways—through words, emotions, the body, and creative expression. Therapy is a space where you are held, seen, and respected, and I work to ensure that your healing unfolds at a pace that feels safe for your nervous system. Together, we will build personalized tools to help you feel more grounded, resourced, and connected. Through this work, I’ve witnessed people make transformational changes—uncovering patterns that kept them stuck, deepening their sense of self, and finding more joy in their lives and relationships. Your mind-body-spirit knows the pathway to healing. My role is to create a space where your system can naturally return to balance—where you can move toward greater ease, clarity, and wholeness. I would be honored to support you on your journey.

Race and ethnicity

White

Cultural and experiential knowledge

White culture, Black culture, Hispanic culture, Asian culture, Central American culture, Caribbean culture, Jewish culture, African Culture, Caribbean Culture, European, Bicultural, Multicultural

Languages spoken

English

Spiritual knowledge

Buddhism, Taoism, Christianity, Catholicism, Shamanism, Non-religious (Agnosticism, Atheism, Secular), Judaism, Indigenous spiritualities

Location

Providence

Specialties

Existential questioning, Grief, Self esteem

Additional areas of focus

ADHD, Adolescents, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Burnout, Chronic conditions, Children, Caring professionals, Depression, Existential questioning, Grief, Highly sensitive people, Life transitions, Midlife stress, Neurodivergence, Panic attacks, Parenting, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Self esteem, Social anxiety, Spirituality, Stress, Trauma, Transgender people, Suicidal thoughts

Therapeutic style

Affirming, Calming, Empowering, Holistic, Intellectual

Modalities

Art therapy, Depth psychotherapy, Emotionally focused therapy, Internal family systems, Mindfulness based, Strengths-based therapy, Somatic therapy, Trauma-focused

Cost

$195

/Individual Session

/Couples Session

/Family Session

Sliding scale

Does not offer sliding scale spots

Insurance accepted

Works with your out of network benefits to get you reimbursed for therapy

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Megan Willette, LMHC

If you're seeking a therapist, working with someone who is safe, non-judgmental, relatable, and hard working, are bare minimum expectations. If you choose to work with Emily (which I highly recommend), you will get all of this and so much more. Emily naturally inspires people to be the best versions of themselves because she is curious, thoughtful, and motivated to help her clients reach their goals because she genuinely cares. Emily will validate and empower you but also gently challenge when necessary. Emily is a beautiful soul, who is not only real, but the real deal; anyone would be lucky to work with her.

Maria Montesano, LMHC

Emily is highly intelligent and skilled in a wide range of therapeutic modalities. Whether it's somatic therapy, creative arts therapy, or more traditional approaches she has a unique ability to integrate these techniques to meet the needs each client. She has a deep sense of empathy and a calming presence which creates a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore their emotions and work through challenges. I highly recommend her.

Gail Neves, LMHC

Emily provides compassionate trauma focused care for those looking to heal, learn and expand their functioning. With nearly two decades of direct clinical experience, ongoing training and consultation and a deep empathetic/intuitive knowing Emily is a one of a kind therapist. I continue to be impressed by Emily's innovative techniques, warmth and perspectives using expressive art Therapy, trauma processing and integrative approaches.

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