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Episode Synopsis
In this episode, host Ahmad Qawi, President/CEO of the Racine Family YMCA, interviews Emily Lock, LCSW, Director of the Racine Family YMCA's Family Service Mental Health Clinic and Vice President of Family Development and Wellness.
Emily joined the Racine Family YMCA in April 2021 as Director of its Family Service outpatient counseling clinic, and Vice President of Family Development and Wellness to revitalize services in the Racine community. She oversees daily operations at the Family Service Branch, provides clinical therapist, staff and intern supervision and develops community emotional wellness collaborations throughout Racine County.
Emily has worked in private practice, medical settings and not for profit clinics as a social worker in the local Racine community for the past 20 years, treating adolescents, young adults and their families; and has practiced as a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist for the past 12 years.
During the therapy process, she assists clients in discovery of their strengths, building support system, and developing healthy lifestyle to set the foundation for life success. She also incorporates client’s spiritual beliefs into the treatment protocol in order to holistically address their needs. Emily uses a variety of therapeutic modalities to customize treatment approaches for every individual and family she serves.
Emily received her Bachelor of Art in Community Leadership and Development from Alverno College and Master’s Degree in Social Work with emphasis on Children and Families from Loyola University.
Emily has lived in the Racine community for over thirty years, has a young adult daughter who is a talented artist and advocate, a boyfriend who was a good friend for over twenty years, before realizing he was the love of her life, and several very eccentric and goofy pets. Emily is grateful to have a career that allows her treat those in need with dignity, respect and honor.
The Racine Family YMCA is committed to providing total wellness for all. To learn more about the Y and its offerings, please visit our website at ymcaracine.org.
Emily joined the Racine Family YMCA in April 2021 as Director of its Family Service outpatient counseling clinic, and Vice President of Family Development and Wellness to revitalize services in the Racine community. She oversees daily operations at the Family Service Branch, provides clinical therapist, staff and intern supervision and develops community emotional wellness collaborations throughout Racine County.
Emily has worked in private practice, medical settings and not for profit clinics as a social worker in the local Racine community for the past 20 years, treating adolescents, young adults and their families; and has practiced as a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist for the past 12 years.
During the therapy process, she assists clients in discovery of their strengths, building support system, and developing healthy lifestyle to set the foundation for life success. She also incorporates client’s spiritual beliefs into the treatment protocol in order to holistically address their needs. Emily uses a variety of therapeutic modalities to customize treatment approaches for every individual and family she serves.
Emily received her Bachelor of Art in Community Leadership and Development from Alverno College and Master’s Degree in Social Work with emphasis on Children and Families from Loyola University.
Emily has lived in the Racine community for over thirty years, has a young adult daughter who is a talented artist and advocate, a boyfriend who was a good friend for over twenty years, before realizing he was the love of her life, and several very eccentric and goofy pets. Emily is grateful to have a career that allows her treat those in need with dignity, respect and honor.
The Racine Family YMCA is committed to providing total wellness for all. To learn more about the Y and its offerings, please visit our website at ymcaracine.org.
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