Emma  Nowicki
Zencare Vetted

Emma Nowicki

She/Her/Hers

Clinical Psychologist, PsyD
Washington DC, Maryland, Virginia Accepting Online
Golden Triangle Accepting In-person
Updated May 17, 2023

Specialties & Expertise

  • Adjustment difficulties & disorders
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Relationship issues
  • Stress management
  • Burnout

Professional statement

Dr. Emma Nowicki is a Clinical Psychologist in Washington, DC with extensive experience working with adolescents, college students, and young professionals as they navigate a broad spectrum of concerns, including anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, family dynamics, identity development, and interpersonal difficulties.

Dr. Nowicki's integrative therapy style is grounded in psychodynamic theory and incorporates relational techniques as well as client-centered therapeutic approaches. In sessions, she values collaboration and strives to help her clients reach their goals through individually-tailored therapeutic interventions. Dr. Nowicki is also committed to affirming diversity and providing culturally sensitive treatment, and she encourages conversations about diversity within the therapy room. As a white therapist, she recognizes her own privilege and takes a stance of cultural humility and continual self-reflection.

Dr. Nowicki graduated with distinction from Boston College, receiving her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. She later earned her Master’s and Doctorate degrees from George Washington University and completed her postdoctoral work at Georgetown University’s Counseling and Psychiatric Service, where she developed her clinical expertise working with university students and young professionals. As a PSYPACT-licensed Psychologist, Dr. Nowicki is able to provide convenient remote therapy services to clients across over 35 states.


Message to clients

We all go through difficult times in life when we feel stressed or unfulfilled. Sometimes we are able to manage challenges on our own and other times it can be beneficial to talk to a professional. It takes courage to reach out for support. You may be struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, or low self-esteem. Therapy can help you manage intense emotions, feel more confident, foster deeper connections in relationships, and thrive in your academic or career pursuits. With a non-judgmental and caring listener, you can overcome obstacles and accomplish the changes you want to see.

Using a therapeutic approach centered on empathy, respect, and validation, I help my clients feel less alone in their struggles and more understood. In therapy, I collaborate with clients to help them gain insight into themselves, reconnect to strengths, clarify personal values, and make meaningful improvements in their lives and relationships.

As an experienced therapist who works with students and young professionals, I am passionate about helping my clients get to a place in life where they feel like they are thriving. You don’t have to keep struggling alone. Reach out today for a free consultation.


Specialties

Adjustment difficulties & disorders - Support around adapting to new and/or challenging life circumstances; skill-building for improved stress management and reduction of anxiety.

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Stress management - Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others

Burnout - Managing and recovering from stressors that lead to feelings of decreased motivation and disconnection from the self; practicing effective self-care and finding ways to relax both physically and mentally




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Insurance

Emma Nowicki is not in-network with any insurances.

Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.


Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions: $230 (45min)

Location(s)

Online Sessions (Washington DC)
Accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 9am-5pm
  • Tue 9am-5pm
  • Wed 9am-5pm
  • Thu 9am-5pm
  • Fri Closed
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed

Online Sessions (Maryland)
Accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 9am-5pm
  • Tue 9am-5pm
  • Wed 9am-5pm
  • Thu 9am-5pm
  • Fri Closed
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed

Online Sessions (Virginia)
Accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 9am-5pm
  • Tue 9am-5pm
  • Wed 9am-5pm
  • Thu 9am-5pm
  • Fri Closed
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed

Golden Triangle practice
1350 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Suite 1030, Washington, Washington DC 20036
Accepting new clients in-person
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 9am-5pm
  • Tue Closed
  • Wed 9am-5pm
  • Thu 9am-5pm
  • Fri Closed
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 3 years

Blossom Psychological Services, PLLC, Owner, 2022 - Present
Betsy Mencher, PhD, PLLC (Group Practice), Associate, 2020 - 2022
Georgetown University, Postdoctoral Fellow, 2020 - 2021
American University, Intern Clinician, 2019 - 2020

The George Washington University, PsyD, 2020
The George Washington University, MPsy, 2018
Boston College, BA, 2016


Licensure

Washington DC: PSY200001233

Maryland: 8917

Virginia: 8917


Languages

English