Emily Scheibal
Associate Therapist
AMFT #150140
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. Taking the step to seek support takes courage, and I’m honored to be a part of your journey. Life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you’re navigating childhood, adolescence, or adulthood. My goal as a therapist is to create a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard, empowered, and equipped to make meaningful changes.
My experience includes providing therapy within both school and community-based settings. I approach therapy with client-centered principles and a strengths-based perspective. To me, this means looking beyond the immediate issue to consider your overall well-being – your emotional, social, and developmental needs. I've worked with children and teens facing a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional disturbances, learning differences, and challenges in relationships. In my practice, I draw from evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, ERP, Family Systems therapy, and Solution-Focused therapy, tailoring these techniques to fit your specific needs. I strive to help clients develop a deeper understanding of themselves, improve their coping skills, and build healthier relationships. I believe in your capacity for growth and healing, and I look forward to beginning our work together.
Emily works with children (7 years old and up) , Teens, Young Adults, and Women. Emily specializes in working with clients navigating Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Behavioral Challenges, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Body Image Concerns, School Refusal/ Stress, Family Conflict, and Relationship Issues.
Emily received her Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University.
Emily is available to take clients virtually anywhere in CA or in-person in our Santa Monica or Redondo Beach offices.
My favorite way to spend a day off is…
to spend quality time with family and friends, try a new restaurant, or catch up on the latest movies and shows!
If I was not a therapist…
I'm passionate about my work as a therapist, but if I weren't in this field, I would want to work for the FBI, focusing on child victims of crime. Both professions require a dedication to problem-solving and a profound desire to create meaningful change, especially in the lives of children who deserve safety and protection. What really draws me to working with child victims is the opportunity to be their advocate – to make sure they are heard, their rights are protected, and they get the support they need to heal and thrive.
The most rewarding part of being a therapist for me is…
The most rewarding part of being a therapist for me is hearing about the “wins” of my clients. Those moments when a concept we explored, a skill we practiced, or a shift in perspective truly resonates and empowers them to make positive changes outside our sessions. I love celebrating these achievements and deepening our therapist-client relationship. Seeing clients move towards their goals, reclaim their sense of self, and develop greater resilience is a gift and a powerful reminder of why I chose this path.
Meet Ellie!
Ellie is my cat and although she is a bit camera shy, she may be convinced to come say hello in sessions! She feels very honored that clients have made many art portraits of her!
What’s a lesson you’ve learned in therapy that you’ve also applied to your own life?
A lesson I have learned in therapy that I also apply to my own life is that everyone can benefit from therapy. There is no problem too big or too small that should prevent someone from seeking the support that they need. This understanding has encouraged me to prioritize my own mental well-being and to seek support when needed, recognizing that it's a sign of strength, not weakness, to invest in myself in this way.