Emily Carveth, LMSW
manchester and online
(she/her/hers)
Direct line for existing clients: 203-441-0152
Dear Journal:
Ugh, I'm really struggling right now. I felt anxious and didn't want to go to work again today, and I'm super sad that I feel that way - when did I stop liking my job? I love interacting with people but the drama at work is so ridiculous. I don't know if I even want to go to vet school anymore, and that scares the shit out of me. On top of everything I need to figure out who I really am - I feel like I might be poly - and I’m so scared to tell my partner. I think I need helping sorting all of this out, maybe I need to go to therapy?? People say it helps, so why not?
It can be hard to reach out for help, and I commend and honor you for exactly where you are right now!
I believe that therapy can help you “ride the wave" with hope, courage, and purpose. I believe in the power of relationships, and I believe therapists should be just as authentic as they ask of their clients. My commitment to you is to bring my whole self into our time together, just as I ask of you. I will encourage you to trust your gut, trust the process, and trust yourself in what you need. I firmly believe that therapy, like self-care, is not “one size fits all."
Whether you're a client or a fellow clinician, this informal interview will help you understand Veterinary Social Work and how it can help!
I work with clients who may be struggling with trauma, including animal health workers, pet families, domestic violence survivors, and the LGBTQIA2S community.
My Approach:
Wherever you are in this moment, I'll meet you there! I am trauma-informed, and love helping folks understand and support their bodymind. I specialize in working with veterinary professionals, pet parents/families, the LGBTQIA2S+ community, domestic violence survivors, and those in addiction recovery. I lean towards a warm, compassionate, gentle style.
During our sessions, we will go at your pace to delve into the issues that most concern you. We will collaborate to create a plan that helps you live your truth, and many of my clients experience greater calm and purpose. I also offer a weekly Pet Loss Therapy Group - contact me or our Care Coordinator for more information.
I am certified as an Usui Reiki Master Practitioner through the Women's Consortium, and I often integrate this healing modality into my practice. Reiki is a Japanese technique that allows the practitioner to guide themselves and others in harnessing energy from the Universe to support their emotional and physical healing.
Podcast Appearances
Social Workers, Rise!: Veterinary Social Work
Rekindling: All things vet med and other challenges in animal organizations, with a focus on compassion fatigue.
Starlight Pet Talk: In this episode, Amy speaks with Emily Carveth, a licensed clinical social worker specializing in Veterinary Social Work. Emily sheds light on the vital role of veterinary social workers in bridging communication between pet parents and veterinary staff. They also delve into mental health challenges among veterinarians, including moral distress and compassion fatigue, and how pet parents can support their veterinary team for optimal pet care.
Does insurance cover the cost of therapy sessions?
At this time, I take Anthem BCBS, Aetna, Husky/Medicaid, and Cigna/Evernorth. I also offer an equitable self-selecting sliding scale.
Visit our Finances & Insurance page for more complete information.
For more information on family therapy at Beehive and how a therapist near you can help, visit our FAQ page.
Emily is supervised by Jennifer Barrett, LCSW (CT Lic#8968).