Emma J. Smith, LPC

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Emma J. Smith, LPC “Dr. Emma” is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.

Advocate, speaker, and writer, specializing in work with individuals in the LGB, Trans, and Nonbinary communities to design an authentic life of empowered joy. Creator of The SnarkyFit Project, The Sassy Advocate, Professional Therapist, Subject Matter Expert, Mental Health Consultant, owner of SimplyEJ.

Healing isn’t always a breakthrough or a bold transformation.Sometimes, it’s subtle. Gentle. Easy to miss if you’re only...
11/06/2025

Healing isn’t always a breakthrough or a bold transformation.

Sometimes, it’s subtle. Gentle. Easy to miss if you’re only looking for the dramatic.

- It’s answering a text when you actually have the energy—not out of guilt.
- It’s saying “let me think about it” instead of rushing to please.
- It’s choosing clothes that feel good on your body, not just ones that impress others.
- It’s laughing—really laughing—during a hard week.
- It’s waking up and realizing... you’re not dreading the day.

This is healing, too.

The kind that grows quietly in the background.
The kind that lets you live more than you perform.

You don’t need a milestone to know you’re moving forward.

Sometimes, it’s in the smallest shifts that everything begins to change.

Burnout is not simply fatigue.It can feel like a total disconnection from your body, your needs, and your desire.When yo...
04/06/2025

Burnout is not simply fatigue.

It can feel like a total disconnection from your body, your needs, and your desire.

When you're in survival mode, your longing doesn’t vanish—it goes quiet.

Because the body cannot crave what it doesn’t feel safe to receive.

Desire does not bloom under pressure. It needs spaciousness. Play. Presence.
Not a performance. Not a checklist.

So before you reach for intimacy, reach for your nervous system.

Rest isn’t a luxury—it’s the gateway.
It can feel like a total disconnection from your body, your needs, and your desires.

You are not broken. You are tired.

And intimacy should feel like something we come home to, not something we hunt.


You don’t need a rock-bottom moment to deserve support.You can seek therapy when things feel “okay”—but you want more.Mo...
28/05/2025

You don’t need a rock-bottom moment to deserve support.

You can seek therapy when things feel “okay”—but you want more.

More clarity. More tools. More connection.

Healing is for now, not just for emergencies.

I shared my thoughts with Well + Good on one of their spiciest roundups yet: 35 kinks to try in the bedroom—straight fro...
23/05/2025

I shared my thoughts with Well + Good on one of their spiciest roundups yet: 35 kinks to try in the bedroom—straight from the experts.

Whether you’re exploring new desires or just curious about what’s possible when safety and consent are centered… this list might spark more than conversation.

Pleasure is personal. Let it be playful, too.

Read it here: https://www.wellandgood.com/lifestyle/list-of-kinks

Not every part of your healing journey needs to be witnessed to be real. Growth isn’t measured by how many people see it...
21/05/2025

Not every part of your healing journey needs to be witnessed to be real. Growth isn’t measured by how many people see it—it’s felt in the quiet choices you make when no one’s watching.

Your process is sacred and completely yours.

And you have full permission to protect it, to keep it close, to share it only with those who’ve earned your trust.

Let your healing be slow, deep, and yours first. You don’t need to prove your progress to be proud of it.

Healing isn’t linear. It doesn’t follow a script.If you’ve ever felt like you’re moving backward, you’re not alone.You’r...
07/05/2025

Healing isn’t linear. It doesn’t follow a script.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re moving backward, you’re not alone.

You’re just being human. And that’s more than enough.

Reclaiming your body after hard experiences is sacred work.And it doesn’t have to start big or in the bedroom.It might l...
30/04/2025

Reclaiming your body after hard experiences is sacred work.

And it doesn’t have to start big or in the bedroom.

It might look like:

- Choosing clothes that feel good on your skin
- Taking a full breath, just for you
- Saying “no” without explaining yourself

These aren’t just actions. They’re acts of self-trust.

You don’t need to rush the process. You get to come home to your body, one decision at a time.

Your body. Your pace. Your permission.

Did you know that over 70% of women need cl****al stimulation to reach or**sm? Yet, so many people still misunderstand ...
02/03/2025

Did you know that over 70% of women need cl****al stimulation to reach or**sm? Yet, so many people still misunderstand female pleasure.

I had the chance to contribute to Women’s Health Magazine’s latest article on unlocking better, more fulfilling pleasure—without the myths or misinformation.

This is the kind of s*x ed we all deserved. Read the full feature here: https://www.womenshealthmag.com/s*x-and-love/a63829530/guide-to-cl****al-or**sm/

Emma J. Smith, Ph.D., LPC, LCPC, CST, CCTP, CTCT, is honored to join the board of the Modern Military Association of Ame...
18/02/2025

Emma J. Smith, Ph.D., LPC, LCPC, CST, CCTP, CTCT, is honored to join the board of the Modern Military Association of America, the nation’s largest organization advocating for LGBTQ+ service members, veterans, military spouses, and allies. This isn’t just another title—it’s a reflection of her lifelong commitment to healing, advocacy, and meaningful change.

As a therapist and founder of Soliloquie, Emma has spent years creating spaces where people can unpack their stories, heal from trauma, and redefine connection. Whether guiding military families through transition, supporting those recovering from burnout, or helping couples rebuild trust, she knows how deeply personal struggles intersect with systemic challenges—especially for LGBTQ+ service members and veterans.

Joining Modern Military allows Emma to expand her work beyond the therapy room—advocating for policy change, championing mental health initiatives, and ensuring that every service member has access to the support they deserve. Because healing isn’t just personal—it’s collective.

Together, we’re shaping a future where every military member, past and present, can thrive.

Intimacy is a multilayered connection. While physical touch is important, the foundation lies in trust, shared values, a...
28/01/2025

Intimacy is a multilayered connection. While physical touch is important, the foundation lies in trust, shared values, and emotional presence.

What’s one way you nurture intimacy in your relationships beyond the physical?

Swipe through for tips, and share your favorite way to connect in the comments.

Intimacy is a multilayered connection. While physical touch is important, the foundation lies in trust, shared values, a...
28/01/2025

Intimacy is a multilayered connection. While physical touch is important, the foundation lies in trust, shared values, and emotional presence.

What’s one way you nurture intimacy in your relationships beyond the physical?

Swipe through for tips, and share your favorite way to connect in the comments.

Had the most incredible time attending TedX Nashville’s big annual speaker event yesterday. I have always loved TedTalks...
26/08/2024

Had the most incredible time attending TedX Nashville’s big annual speaker event yesterday. I have always loved TedTalks, but this was my first opportunity to experience the magic of an environment where people from the widest variety of disciplines come to think bigger and about more possibilities. Of course I’m missing pictures from several of my favorite talks because I was too busy being lost in the moment. Toward the end of the day, I was able to get a few.
gave a truly breathtaking talk on perception and light. I was actually moved to tears. 🥹
spoke about the new era of marketing in a way that spoke to our values and restored my faith in some of what businesses can do in the world.
spoke about the importance of expanding our definition of what “counts” as better for our children and the importance of teaching the hard parts of history
discussed redefining how and what we call violence. I got chills thinking about the current/post-2015 political climate with this new definition.

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