Jacksonville Creative Therapy

Jacksonville Creative Therapy Specializing in working with creatives, gifted teenagers and families. Also offers online counseling

Emily Yi, LCSW specializes in working with creatives, gifted teenagers and families.

09/21/2025

Parenting a gifted or intense child isn’t about failing—it’s about navigating a unique journey. 💡 Gifted kids often feel “too much” or struggle with big emotions, but that intensity is their strength. In this video, I share encouragement for parents who feel overwhelmed, along with metaphors to help reframe giftedness: motorbikes with bicycle brakes, telescopes in the daytime, and even octopus sensitivity. With the right support, these children can thrive, lead, and change the world. 💙✨

Ready to take the next step?

Learn more about how we can work together by visiting my website, reaching out by email or phone, or connecting on social media.

🌐 Website: https://jacksonvillecreativetherapy.com
📞 Office: (904) 357-5376
📧 Email: emilykateyi@gmail.com
📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacksonvillecreativetherapy
📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Parkwoodcounselingcenter

You're not alone—help is just one click or call away.

09/12/2025

Why do some incredibly bright kids have big emotional outbursts that feel overwhelming? In this video, therapist Emily Yee explains the difference between being smart and being gifted—and why gifted children often feel, think, and experience life more intensely.

From emotional overexcitabilities to asynchronous development, you’ll learn why these kids struggle with regulation, how to support them, and why therapy and understanding are essential for their growth. 🌱✨

Ready to take the next step?

Learn more about how we can work together by visiting my website, reaching out by email or phone, or connecting on social media.

🌐 Website: https://jacksonvillecreativetherapy.com
📞 Office: (904) 357-5376
📧 Email: emilykateyi@gmail.com
📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacksonvillecreativetherapy
📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Parkwoodcounselingcenter

You're not alone—help is just one click or call away.

Parent burnout is real. 😔As a counselor for parents of intense kids, I see so many moms and dads trying to pour from an ...
09/06/2025

Parent burnout is real. 😔

As a counselor for parents of intense kids, I see so many moms and dads trying to pour from an empty cup. That’s why I created this simple checklist—to remind you that caring for yourself isn’t optional.

✨ Even 2 minutes counts.
✨ Even “good enough” counts.
✨ Even starting over counts.

Which one are you committing to this week? 💛

Outside of the therapy room, art has always been a way for me to process emotions, create calm, and make something beaut...
09/06/2025

Outside of the therapy room, art has always been a way for me to process emotions, create calm, and make something beautiful out of life’s messier moments. This season, I’ve painted a collection of holiday wreaths—each one unique, full of layers, and a reminder of hope and resilience. 💙🎨

The originals are available for $80. They come matted in a clear envelope- ready for your frame and you can also turn your piece into personalized holiday cards. Every purchase helps me reach my $3,500 fundraising goal for the Miracles Gala for Type 1 Diabetes.

Take a look at the collection here ➡️ madewholy.patternbyetsy.com
Each wreath is named and unique.

Thank you for helping me spread joy, hope, and a little holiday magic this season. 🎄✨

09/05/2025

Being gifted can feel both like a blessing and a challenge. In this video, we explore the bell curve of intelligence, what it means to score 130+ on IQ tests, and the concept of asynchronous development—when gifted teens or adults excel in some areas but struggle in others. From perfectionism to twice-exceptional challenges like ADHD, dyslexia, or OCD, learn how therapy, support, and self-awareness can help gifted people thrive. 💡

Ready to take the next step?

Learn more about how we can work together by visiting my website, reaching out by email or phone, or connecting on social media.

🌐 Website: https://jacksonvillecreativetherapy.com
📞 Office: (904) 357-5376
📧 Email: emilykateyi@gmail.com
📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacksonvillecreativetherapy
📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Parkwoodcounselingcenter

You're not alone—help is just one click or call away.

Nobody tells you that:💔 You might feel like a failure, even while doing your best.💔 You’ll grieve what “should” feel eas...
09/04/2025

Nobody tells you that:
💔 You might feel like a failure, even while doing your best.
💔 You’ll grieve what “should” feel easy.
💔 Your love doesn’t erase overwhelm.

But also—
💛 Connection can grow even in the hardest moments.
💛 Support makes your love sustainable.

Parents, you don’t have to wait until burnout hits. Therapy gives you space to breathe, grieve, and rebuild.

Back-to-school isn’t just your child’s transition—it’s yours too. 💛You don’t need to nail it.You don’t need to control i...
09/02/2025

Back-to-school isn’t just your child’s transition—it’s yours too. 💛

You don’t need to nail it.
You don’t need to control it.
You just need to find a rhythm that works for your family.

If you’re a parent in Jacksonville feeling overwhelmed, counseling can help. You don’t need to do this alone.

Today is a reminder that rest is just as important as hard work. Take this time to recharge, nurture your well-being, an...
09/01/2025

Today is a reminder that rest is just as important as hard work. Take this time to recharge, nurture your well-being, and celebrate the balance you’re creating in life. You deserve it. 💙✨

Structure = Safety. 🪷Not punishment. Not perfection.For kids who feel everything intensely, structure is the rhythm that...
08/31/2025

Structure = Safety. 🪷
Not punishment. Not perfection.

For kids who feel everything intensely, structure is the rhythm that helps them know they’re safe—just as much for you as for them.

💛 Parents, you don’t need to get it right every time. You just need rhythms that feel doable.

Save this for the next meltdown. 💡Because when mornings feel impossible, a few grounding tools can shift everything.From...
08/30/2025

Save this for the next meltdown. 💡
Because when mornings feel impossible, a few grounding tools can shift everything.

From movement and rhythm to protein and repair—these aren’t just “parenting hacks.” They’re tools for nervous system regulation (yours AND your child’s).

Jacksonville parents—if you’re struggling with burnout, therapy can help. Let’s make space for both your child’s needs and yours.

08/30/2025

Journaling is more than just writing — it’s a powerful mental health tool.

In this video, I share how journaling, paired with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), helps teens and adults break free from negative thought patterns, reduce anxiety, and process overwhelming emotions. Discover how thought logs, ABC frameworks, and expressive writing can reframe beliefs, interrupt destructive cycles, and bring clarity, healing, and hope. ✨🖊️

If you’ve ever felt like your needs are “too much,” this video will help you shift perspective, reclaim your voice, and build healthier relationships — starting with yourself.

Ready to take the next step?

Learn more about how we can work together by visiting my website, reaching out by email or phone, or connecting on social media.

🌐 Website: https://jacksonvillecreativetherapy.com
📞 Office: (904) 357-5376
📧 Email: emilykateyi@gmail.com
📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacksonvillecreativetherapy
📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Parkwoodcounselingcenter

You're not alone—help is just one click or call away.

Small swaps. Big difference. 🙌Parenting intense kids means constant trial-and-error—but it also means you get to build r...
08/28/2025

Small swaps. Big difference. 🙌

Parenting intense kids means constant trial-and-error—but it also means you get to build rhythms that work for your family.

✨ Instead of yelling → try gamifying.
✨ Instead of meltdowns → try breathing beside them.

As a therapist, I love helping parents find creative solutions that actually stick. Which swap do you want to try this week?

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3995 Hunt Club Road
Jacksonville, FL
32224

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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(904) 357-0536

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Emily Yi, LCSW specializes in working with creatives, gifted teenagers and families. We are physically located in Arlington, but are also available for online therapy if you are in Florida. Schedule an appointment and make time for you! 1-904-357-0536

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$100 /session

$160/month for group therapy