Therapist in East Lansing, Michigan Emily Zimmer, Therapist

Emily Zimmer, LMSW, helps individuals in Michigan navigate life’s most difficult challenges with care, expertise, and a deep respect for each person’s unique journey. She provides therapy for adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors, offering a safe and supportive environment for healing and growth. At LifeStance Health, Emily works with clients seeking support for concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma, as well as those experiencing transitions throughout different stages of life. She offers individual therapy, group therapy, and family therapy, tailoring treatment to meet the needs of each client. Emily is especially passionate about supporting individuals who are adjusting after a recent psychiatric hospital discharge. She understands the vulnerability and uncertainty that can come with this transition and is committed to helping clients rebuild stability, develop coping skills, and reestablish hope. Emily also has extensive experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, and ADHD, blending evidence-based interventions with compassionate guidance to help clients regain confidence and move forward. Her therapeutic approach often integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, and family therapy, offering clients practical tools for managing stress, improving relationships, and creating lasting change. Emily also has experience serving specialized populations, including military/veterans, first responders, and individuals in the LGBTQ+ community, with additional expertise in supporting those navigating adoption or foster care. Outside of her clinical work, Emily enjoys reading, hiking, rowing, and spending time with her family. She is deeply passionate about social justice and equality, values that also shape her commitment to inclusive and affirming mental health care.