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Meet

Emily Barlas, LCMHCS, PMH-C

Director of Development

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor

Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional

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About Emily

Emily Savard Barlas is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor and Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional who brings experience from university counseling and community mental health. She is passionate about supporting young adults, pregnant and postpartum individuals, parents and women—helping clients navigate life transitions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, stress, relationship concerns, and the complexities surrounding pregnancy and postpartum.

Approach: Emily offers a warm, collaborative, and evidence-based therapeutic style. She focuses on meeting clients where they are, creating a supportive space that encourages growth, resilience, and meaningful change.

Outside the officeEmily enjoys yoga and spending time on the beach with her family and dog, Boone. 

Specialties

  • Anxiety & depression

  • Life transitions

  • Self-esteem & identity concerns

  • Relationship & interpersonal concerns

  • Perinatal mental health disorders

  • Pregnancy, postpartum & parenthood challenges

  • Stress & burnout

Populations
Served

  • Young adults 

  • Women

  • Pregnant & postpartum individuals

  • Parents

  • Individuals navigating major life changes

Insurance
Accepted

  • Aetna (including State Health Plan)

  • Ambetter

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield

  • MedCost

  • TRICARE (with referral)

  • United Health Care

Education &
Credentials

  • MA, Clinical Mental Health Counseling — Appalachian State University

  • PMH-C, Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional — Postpartum Support International

  • BA, International Studies — University of San Francisco

  • Member, Postpartum Support International

Professional
Highlights

  • Perinatal Mental Health Trainer and Educator 

  • Organizer of Postpartum Support International’s annual Climb (2018–present)

  • Guest Speaker on the Inspiration Lab Podcast 

  • "40 Under 40" Honoree - Wilmington Chamber of Commerce & Star News (2022)

Ready to Get Started?

If you feel this provider may be a good fit, request an appointment today.

Our team is happy to help you take the next step.

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