Emilie Clark received a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, and is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at Wheaton College. She also serves as adjunct faculty at Wheaton College, where she teaches undergraduate psychology courses and mentors students interested in clinical and neurodevelopmental research. Her research centers on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), with her dissertation using functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) to study socio-emotional processing in autistic individuals. Emilie is trained in pediatric therapy and has specialized experience working with neurodivergent children and adolescents.

Emilie has provided therapeutic and diagnostic services across outpatient clinics, private practice settings, and hospital environments. She has experience treating anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, autism spectrum disorder, and oppositional defiant disorder. Her therapeutic approach integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), neurodiversity-affirming care, parent-management training, and developmentally informed psychoeducation for both children and caregivers.

Emilie aims to make the therapeutic process feel clear, collaborative, and grounded in compassion. She strives to create a warm and supportive environment, tailoring treatment to each child’s strengths, goals, and developmental needs. Emilie is known for her approachable style, creativity in session, and ability to connect with children in ways that feel safe, engaging, and empowering. She is committed to helping clients grow into their strengths and equipping families with insight and tools that foster lasting change beyond the therapy room.