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You’re eager to start building a life you love, but lately you’ve noticed: it’s hard to check in with your intuition & you’re polling everyone ELSE about what’s best for YOU. Your thoughts circle in an endless, anxious loop of what you can eat & when, leaving you feeling exhausted & isolated from friends & loved ones. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6192eed982f9e13e1d64ff84/82d04dec-6e55-481f-a8ce-b80fdf57f096/jonnelle-yankovich-fPMx19t-ATA-unsplash.jpg Emily Lombardo Counseling V1 (old) - Or maybe you’ve realized… Your hyper-focus on food & control, leads to out of control binge eating... which then just leads to more focus on food and restriction. You’re measuring your self worth compared to unattainable standards in an effort to achieve more & please everyone, regardless of how exhausting it may be. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6192eed982f9e13e1d64ff84/f38450f4-c37b-4d79-af39-1060a2a90ea3/IMG_0175.jpg Emily Lombardo Counseling V1 (old) - Hi, I ’m Emily! (She/her/hers) As a recovering people pleaser & fellow human being, I understand the anxiety & exhaustion of chasing perfection firsthand. When there are endless opportunities to compare & scroll, sometimes we need space to be still & connect with the joy of being ourselves. I provide perfectionism & eating disorder therapy for teens & young adults in St. Louis who are ready for experiences that exist just outside their comfort zone, but want support as they work towards meaningful change. If you’ve ever felt like perfectionism is keeping you stuck, struggled with healthy boundaries, or wanted a better relationship to food and body image, it’s time to do something about it. My clients walk away from therapy with me empowered to reject arbitrary societal standards, find trust in their bodies, & build lives they love. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6192eed982f9e13e1d64ff84/cdeb59a6-eede-4215-a07b-26be7f354302/AdobeStock_100910193.jpg Emily Lombardo Counseling V1 (old) - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6192eed982f9e13e1d64ff84/3fb2e2f6-412a-42e0-a465-3bf79e984bef/IMG_1090.jpg Emily Lombardo Counseling V1 (old) - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6192eed982f9e13e1d64ff84/43bec79f-6f9a-46f6-a1a2-b3d37ffb9c8e/unsplash-image-e2pVrE1PYzs.jpg Emily Lombardo Counseling V1 (old) - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6192eed982f9e13e1d64ff84/01009100-39e8-42b2-82f8-dae397754186/IMG_0164.jpg Emily Lombardo Counseling V1 (old) - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6192eed982f9e13e1d64ff84/1e63a415-4f86-411a-9c59-b31574742544/Logo.png Emily Lombardo Counseling V1 (old) - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.emilylombardocounseling.com/about daily 0.75 2025-08-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6192eed982f9e13e1d64ff84/c0c8bee4-74d1-414d-96dd-515a892a4085/IMG_0149.jpg About - I ‘m Emily (she/her) You don’t owe anyone perfection. You deserve SO much more than that. I’m a perfectionism & eating disorder therapist based in St. Louis providing in person & virtual therapy. I help high achieving teens & young adults reject exhausting societal standards so they can find trust in their bodies & courage to build a life they love. When searching for a therapist who specializes in perfectionism and eating disorders, it’s no surprise that finding someone who’s a good fit really matters. If you’re looking for someone who is laid back & approachable, but will also hold you accountable to your goals, let’s connect & see what’s possible! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6192eed982f9e13e1d64ff84/941ff07f-2db4-4041-be16-9fd66a33ef66/IMG_0204+%281%29.jpg About - Here’s how it works: In therapy with me, you can count on someone who is relatable, enthusiastic, & invested in transformation that feels genuine to you & your goals. Meaningful change occurs in a relationship built on trust. Whether we’re talking about recent events or analyzing deeply rooted patterns & beliefs, my approach is to be curious & compassionate, leaving judgement at the door. I bring my authentic personality into the room with me (laughter, tears, & sarcasm included) & I invite you to do the same- we’ll talk about the hard stuff, but we’ll also laugh, celebrate the victories, & unearth the wisdom & power already inside you. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6192eed982f9e13e1d64ff84/3f7080a1-ede9-4dcb-b372-8373cf393956/IMG_0267.jpeg About - School | Work | Life After graduating in 2015 with a Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from Washington University in St. Louis, I worked in schools providing clinical counseling & crisis support as well as post-secondary planning for students in middle school through college & career. I obtained my clinical license (LCSW) in 2019 & started my own practice in 2021 to create a space where teens & young adults are empowered to make positive, powerful and lasting changes to improve their lives. 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Social media influence is starting to impact your teen’s friendships, time management, & self worth. They’ve lost some of the spark & confidence they had when they were younger & you want to reignite their confidence, passion, & zest for life. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6192eed982f9e13e1d64ff84/213b6fe4-ae44-4acf-a760-ce516d00cbbf/priscilla-du-preez-cIfLUEZYLVg-unsplash.jpg Teens - Therapy with teens can help. Being a teen, & the parent of a teen, is hard work, but during this period of adolescence is the potential for self discovery, exploration, & joy. Your teen can learn from & grow through hard experiences. Your teen can develop healthy coping skills that set a foundation for them to build a life they love. 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It’s hard to check in with your intuition & you’ve started polling everyone ELSE about what’s best for YOU. Why doesn’t life have a roadmap?? You’re unsatisfied with the relationships in your life- with romantic partners, with friends, or with your own self worth. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6192eed982f9e13e1d64ff84/16522f24-0efd-4e33-82ca-9cd72fd91a47/AdobeStock_289607418.jpeg Young Adults - Therapy for young adults can help. It may feel like you’re the only one struggling, but you’re not alone! You can learn from & grow through hard experiences. You can learn to trust your intuition & take risks. You can build a life you truly love. There’s no one “right” path; together, we’ll explore the path that is right for YOU. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6192eed982f9e13e1d64ff84/343e52e1-41bd-4286-922d-b4fc7d136d54/priscilla-du-preez-LxEsi17Au6U-unsplash.jpg Young Adults - Approach My approach to therapy with young adults is laid back & affirming- my room is a space to explore what matters most to YOU. 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Cancelling or missing out on plans because of negative thoughts about your body. Feeling like you can never miss a workout or eat something “unhealthy” because it will cause anxiety, guilt, & even shame. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6192eed982f9e13e1d64ff84/ea066e54-3118-4a83-b91f-731d66ab08e2/brooke-lark-8beTH4VkhLI-unsplash.jpg Eating Disorders - Therapy for eating disorders can help. It may feel impossible now, but you can find freedom from obsessive thoughts about food. You can release yourself from unattainable standards that lead to body shame. You can build a life that is SO much more than calories & control. And I can help you get there. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6192eed982f9e13e1d64ff84/1e4ab8f1-9e82-4e0b-86af-17899a0f7eb5/zach-reiner-K4XHVhJk6kw-unsplash.jpg Eating Disorders - Approach I’ll help you through this process, tailoring each step to your unique needs & circumstances. 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