Emily Hoegberg, MA, LMFT, Therapist in Poway, California

Emily Hoegberg helps teens and adults across California build resilience, improve emotional well-being, and navigate life’s challenges through thoughtful, evidence-based therapy. As a Marriage & Family Therapist with LifeStance Health, she provides individual and family therapy for teens, adults, and seniors seeking support for concerns such as anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Emily creates a supportive and collaborative environment where clients feel safe exploring difficult emotions, strengthening relationships, and developing practical coping strategies that promote lasting change. Emily is dedicated to helping individuals better understand the emotional patterns and experiences that shape their lives. She works closely with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma, helping them develop healthier ways to manage stress, regulate emotions, and improve daily functioning. Her work also supports individuals navigating life transitions and personal identity exploration, providing guidance that empowers clients to move forward with greater clarity and confidence. In her therapeutic work, Emily integrates proven clinical approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based strategies. These approaches help clients identify unhelpful thought patterns, strengthen emotional regulation skills, and build healthier relationships. She also provides family therapy and parenting-focused support when family dynamics contribute to emotional or behavioral concerns. Emily has experience supporting diverse communities, including members of the LGBTQ+ community, and offers care for additional mental health concerns. Outside of her clinical practice, Emily enjoys traveling, spending time with her dogs, and supporting the Padres and Seahawks. She also engages in activities that help her maintain balance and bring renewed energy to both her personal life and her work with clients.