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Emelia Thygesen, LCMHC has a diverse work experience in the mental health field. Emelia began their career as a Mental Health Therapist at BetterHelp.com in March 2017 and stayed with the company until February 2022. In June 2021, they joined Brightside as a Mental Health Therapist and also worked as a Mental Health Therapist at Amwell from June 2021 to November 2022. Emelia then worked at SteadyMD as a Mental Health Therapist from July 2021 to November 2021.

Emelia also has experience in private practice, as they started their own practice, Emelia Thygesen LCMHC Private Practice, in November 2021. Emelia can be contacted for services via email. Additionally, they worked as a Mental Health Counselor at Impact Suite from November 2021 to the present.

Prior to their online therapy experience, Emelia worked at Circare from March 2018 to February 2020. In this role, they provided Home-Based Crisis Intervention and later served as the Coordinator of Children's Resiliency Services. In this position, they conducted assessments, evaluations, treatment plans, and therapy services for children and families. Emelia also attended committee meetings and received training on Medicaid and Managed Care Organizations.

In 2020, Emelia worked as an Intensive In-Home Team Lead at Access Family Services from February 2020 to May 2021.

Most recently, Emelia has joined MDLIVE, an Evernorth company, as a Mental Health Counselor in June 2022, and they also currently works at Spring Health as a Mental Health Counselor starting in August 2022.

Overall, Emelia Thygesen has gained valuable experience in various mental health settings, including online therapy platforms, private practice, and crisis intervention services.

Emelia Thygesen, LCMHC, has an education history that includes various degrees and certifications. Their educational journey began at the Manlius Pebble Hill School, where they obtained their high school diploma from 1989 to 2002. Emelia then pursued a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and Creative Writing from SUNY Brockport, graduating in 2006.

After completing their undergraduate studies, Emelia enrolled in a semester abroad program at Griffith University in 2006. Emelia gained valuable international experience during their time at Griffith University, although they did not obtain a specific degree.

Emelia later pursued a Master of Science degree in Community Mental Health Counseling. Emelia first attended Union Institute & University in 2007 for counseling studies, and then transferred to Canisius College in 2009. Emelia completed their Master's degree in Community Mental Health Counseling at Canisius College in 2010.

In addition to their degrees, Emelia Thygesen has obtained various certifications to enhance their professional skills. Emelia became a Licensed Mental Health Counselor through the New York State Education Department in February 2015. Furthermore, they obtained the title of National Certified Counselor in October 2011 through the National Board of Certified Counselors.

Emelia has also focused on expanding their expertise through additional certifications. These include being a Reiki level 2 practitioner since June 2021, a National Adoption Competency Mental Health Provider since May 2021, and a Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Certification from the National Child Traumatic Stress Network since January 2021.

Emelia received Motivational Interviewing basic training from the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers Inc. in June 2019. Emelia also acquired TRM Level 1 certification from the Trauma Resource Institute in February 2019. Additionally, Emelia completed the Collaborative Problem Solving program at Think:Kids at Massachusetts General Hospital in July 2018, and obtained the Mental Health First Aid for Youth USA certification from the National Council of Behavioral Health in October 2018.

Recently, Emelia achieved the titles of Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in May 2022 through NCBLPC, and Licensed Professional Counselor in Oregon through the Oregon Health Authority Addictions and Mental Health in January 2022. Overall, Emelia Thygesen, LCMHC, has pursued a comprehensive education and continually strives to expand their knowledge and skills in the field of mental health counseling.