Madeline Emery is the co-owner of The Counselor’s Couch and a dedicated therapist who is deeply committed to supporting children, adolescents, and families navigating complex emotional experiences. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Youngstown State University, where she graduated at the top of her class. Madeline continued her education at Case Western Reserve University, a nationally ranked graduate program, where she completed her Master’s level training in Social Work with a focus on social work administration and clinical practice.

Early in her career, Madeline worked in foster care services, supporting children who had experienced significant trauma, separation from their families, and disruptions in their sense of identity and belonging. This work shaped her passion for helping young people process loss, build emotional resilience, and reconnect with a sense of safety and self.

Madeline helped establish The Counselor’s Couch after recognizing that many clinical environments did not always allow space for the level of compassion, empathy, and individualized care she believed clients deserved. Her philosophy of therapy centers on meeting people exactly where they are in their healing process, rather than pushing them toward places they are not yet ready to reach.

At The Counselor’s Couch, Madeline strives to create an environment where clients feel safe, welcomed, and at ease from the moment they walk through the door. She believes therapy should feel like a place where vulnerability can exist naturally, allowing individuals and families to explore their experiences with support, dignity, and care.

Madeline is independently licensed, a milestone that reflects years of advanced training, supervised clinical experience, and dedication to the field of social work. In addition to providing therapy, she oversees clinicians within the practice and offers clinical, supporting the professional growth and development of the counseling team.

In addition to her formal education, Madeline remains committed to continued professional growth through ongoing training, clinical development, and learning within the practice itself. She approaches therapy with an open and evolving mindset, believing that growth happens not only through education and research but also through meaningful connections with clients. Madeline values the opportunity to continually learn, adapt, and deepen her understanding so she can provide thoughtful and compassionate care.

Bachelor's Degree:
Youngstown State University-
Bachelor’s in Social Work

Master’s Degree:

Case Western University-
Master’s in Social Service Administration

Licensed Independent Social Worker in the State of Ohio.

• Children (3-18 years of age)

• Families

• Adults (Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Personality Disorders)

• Couples

• Caregiver Support

• Physical Health Complications

• Trauma Exposure/History

• LGBTQ Community Support