Dr. Emily Bogaev, Ph.D., LPC, RPT, NCC
Welcome to Bella Vista Counseling and Wellness. I’m glad you’re here. My name is Dr. Emily Bogaev, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Play Therapist, EMDR-trained clinician, and Certified AutPlay Therapy Provider. While I have over ten years of experience working with individuals across the developmental lifespan, I am especially passionate about supporting children, adolescents, young adults, and their families.
Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to work with children and families in both inpatient and outpatient settings. These experiences helped shape my passion for supporting children, adolescents, and families navigate challenges, better understand themselves, and build on their unique strengths.
I provide counseling for children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, ADHD, autism, emotional regulation challenges, peer relationship difficulties, and family concerns. I also work closely with parents and caregivers, as I believe meaningful change often happens when children and the important adults in their lives work together.
I provide neurodiversity-affirming care that recognizes and supports each client’s unique strengths, needs, and experiences. I believe that every individual has a unique story, and no person can be fully understood by a diagnosis, challenge, or difficult season of life. My goal is to create a supportive environment where clients feel safe, seen, understood, and accepted while building on their strengths and navigating life’s challenges. It is a privilege to walk alongside clients and families throughout the hills and valleys of life’s journey.
Fun facts about me:
I love to travel and explore new places! One of my favorite places in the world is Italy.
I grew up in a small town in the mountains of Virginia and it is my favorite “Bella Vista” or beautiful view.
I am a fan of all things Disney and consider myself a kid at heart!
In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family, crafting, singing, and going for walks with my dog Lily!
Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Autism
Depression
Emotional Regulation
Family Dynamics
Grief
Life Transitions
Peer Relationships
Trauma