EMERGE provides resources for mental health professionals, offering access to organizations, materials, and our Yolo-Solano Therapists Listserv. We are members of several national and international associations, including the American Group Psychotherapy Association and the International OCD Foundation. PROFESSIONAL TRAINING Create Your Professional Will A practical workshop for mental health professionals who want to plan ahead with confidence. In this free, two-hour interactive workshop, you'll create a temporary professional will and leave with a clear plan to build a more permanent one. Workshop will be scheduled for sometime this summer. Contact us at info@emerge-etc.com if you are interested. 2-Hour Guided Workshop Live, interactive, and designed for mental health professionals Create a Temporary Will Walk away with a completed draft to protect your clients and your practice Plan for the Future Get a roadmap for creating a more permanent will when you're ready Be prepared. Protect your clients. Support your colleagues.

Lawrence Shweky, MA, LCSW, CGP has over 30 years of experience as a therapist, supervisor, and administrator. Specializes in: Groups, families, anxiety, OCD, depression, perfectionism, parenting concerns, autism, BIPOC issues, ethical non-monogamy, Neurodiversty-Affirming and LGBTQ+ Affirming Selma Cooper, LMFT Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Individual, Family and Group Therapist Specializations Additional Certifications & Training View More Profiles CONTACT NOW FEES & INSURANCE Do you feel like screens have taken over your family's life — or your own? Between social media feeds, videogaming, AI chats, online gambling, and all the app notifications, it's easy to feel like digital devices are out of our control at home. Parents come in worried about their child who’s struggling in school, unmotivated or lost interest in after-school activities. At home, their child has problems sleeping, eating, being active. When screens get in the way of your child’s health, you know you need to help them but you don’t know how, especially in a fast paced online world. Raising children in this digital age is a unique struggle that only parents today can really understand. It quicky overwhelms us and burns us out. In our work together, we slow down and look at what's driving your concerns with your child’s behavior, not just the behavior itself. I meet you where you are and together we make a family media plan that builds healthier habits and sets realistic goals around screen use at home. About Selma Hi, I'm Selma (she/her). I’m a San Francisco (born and raised) Digital Native who has experienced technology’s impact on childhood firsthand. I grew up on dial-up, Myspace, and burning CDs of pirated music. Cellphones made calls, no one texted. Later, I got my college on Facebook because it hadn’t been added yet. When everyone got a smartphone, I got a Blackberry. It wasn’t until decades later that I realized I, like many, had become addicted and dependent on my smartphone. Professionally, I spent my career at the intersection of youth mental health and the everchanging digital world they are growing up in. I began my clinical work supporting at-risk youth, neurodivergent children, and tech start-up clients in SF greater Bay Area. Today, I work with teens and their families to help them navigate issues that are more common than people realize — phone addiction, toxic relationships, health concerns, substance use, risky behavior, online bullying, and more. A particular focus of mine is supporting and guiding parents on their personalized journey to a healthy relationship with screen use at home. I draw on an adaptable approach blending family systems, strength-based, and trauma-informed frameworks with motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral techniques — to meet each client where they are at. Outside of my therapy practice, I am an active advocate for youth mental health in a digital age. I facilitate parent workshops, I speak at school board meetings and press conferences the CA State Capitol about the harmful effects of technology on children and learning. I am committed to affirming, culturally responsive care for LGBTQ+, BIPOC and addicts in recovery. CONTACT NOW 我最喜歡的 音樂 -Kendrick Lamar，Alicia Keys 電影 -狗的目的，天堂電影院 表演 -變黑，陌生的事物 運動 -籃球，滑雪，騎自行車 遊戲 -皇家大對決，NBA2K 食物 -辛辣和檸檬味 有罪的樂趣 -波巴茶 “No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.” - Eleanor Roosevelt

Learn about EMERGE’s therapy process, from the initial phone call to ongoing sessions and ending therapy. We provide a thorough assessment, tailored treatment options, and regular check-ins to ensure your concerns are met. Therapy is collaborative and flexible, designed to support your goals. Our Process First Contact Whether our first contact is by email, phone or text, we will arrange some time to talk with you to better understand your needs. We will discuss treatment options and whether we have a therapist that is a good fit for you. If not, we are happy to recommend other providers. Assessment Session(s) The first 1-3 sessions are the assessment phase of therapy. We gather as much information as possible about your concerns, their history and what you have tried to address them. During this process, we will discuss our impressions of your situation and recommend a course of treatment and/or action. While it is hard to predict how treatment progress because there are so many variables, we will give you some idea of what to expect going forward. Ongoing Process and Feedback Assuming that your treatment involves ongoing sessions, the therapist will check in with you frequently to ensure that your concerns are being met. Discussing the process of therapy with you directly is not only good customer service, it is an essential ingredient of good therapy. Ending Therapy While it is your decision alone to end therapy, it is useful to discuss this openly as part of the therapeutic process for several reasons: If there are any concerns about your therapy, we may be able to address them The process of ending is a way to review progress on your goals and plan for the future Being thoughtful about ending can help us think about other options for your continued growth While therapy can go on indefinitely as a personal growth process, this should be a well thought out choice after specific areas of concern have been addressed.

At EMERGE, we don’t accept insurance directly to prioritize quality care, flexibility, and transparency. We do offer various affordable therapy options, including: reduced fees and EAP programs. We can also provide out-of-network reimbursement statements. 職位空缺 At the present time, we do not accept any insurance directly. If you would like a statement to send to your insurance for out-of-network reimbursement, please let your therapist know. You are responsible for checking your insurance to see if it covers your therapist and therapy. Please be aware that associate therapists are often not covered by insurance. Why We Don’t Accept Health Insurance While we understand it can be difficult to find a mental health provider through insurance, we are sadly unable to accept it. There are many reason for this and we have attempted to explain them below: 1. Administrative Burdens Accepting insurance involves a significant amount of time on administrative work rather than on patient care. Navigating pre-authorization requirements, handling claims, and dealing with reimbursement delays require extensive documentation and frequent communication with insurance companies. Opting out of insurance networks reduces these administrative demands, allowing us to allocate more time and focus to client care. 2. Control Over Treatment In-network insurance companies often dictate certain aspects of care, including types of treatment covered, frequency of sessions, and duration of coverage. This can limit our ability to fully customize treatment plans to each clients needs. Opting out of insurance networks allows us more flexibilty in choosing the treatment approach that best suits each patient’s goals and timelines, leading to a more personalized and effective care experience. 3. Sustainable Economics Insurance reimbursement rates for mental health providers tend to be significantly lower compared to other medical specialties. Many therapists find that the rates offered by insurance companies do not align with the overhead and resources necessary to maintain a high-quality practice. Operating outside of insurance networks can create a more sustainable business model, allowing us to provide a high standard of care without the financial strain. 4. Improved Quality of Care Seeing fewer patients and spending more time with each one often leads to higher quality interactions. By not accepting insurance, we can schedule fewer clients and improve our focus on our clients. We can also schedule longer or more frequent sessions without being restricted by insurance billing codes or pressured to meet high quotas. 5. Transparency in Pricing Insurance billing can sometimes be complex and opaque, leading to unexpected costs or “surprise bills” for patients. Opting out of insurance networks allows us to offer straightforward, transparent pricing where patients know exactly what they’re paying for. This upfront pricing can foster a stronger, trust-based relationship, as both parties are clear on financial terms from the beginning. 6. Privacy Concerns Privacy concerns are particularly relevant in mental health care. When using insurance, mental health treatment often requires a formal diagnosis that goes on the patient’s medical record. Insurance companies may review records and demand changes to treatment based on limited information. Opting out of insurance allows us to maintain a higher level of privacy for patients who may be uncomfortable sharing details of their treatment with insurers. Conclusion: A Patient-Centered Approach, Not a Public Health Solution While there are many reasons we don’t accept insurance, we realize it can create barriers to care for many patients. The initial out-of-pocket costs may be prohibitive, limiting access for individuals who cannot afford private pay services. This can exacerbate disparities in mental health care, as those without financial resources or adequate insurance coverage may struggle to receive necessary treatment. Additionally, navigating reimbursement through out-of-network benefits can be complex and burdensome for patients. While our hope is for a broad based, public health solution to this issue, it is unfortunately too complex and difficult for us to take on as a small mental health practice. However, we have attempted to make therapy more affordable through the following: • Hiring therapists at varying experience levels that charge different rates. • Offered reduced fee services whenever possible. • Accepting payments through the EAP program for DJUSD and YCOE. • Providing a variety of therapy and support groups. • Providing pro-bono group therapy to adolescent Medi-Cal recipients. • Offer free workshops and groups at various times throughout the year. • Providing reduced fees for group therapy. If you are interested in learning more about this issue, here is a story on NPR of why some therapists have left insurance as they face many of the same issues as we do. 出現 / əˈmərj / 動詞 變得明顯，重要或突出

Explore therapy fees at Emerge for individual, family, and couples sessions, as well as group therapy options. We offer affordable rates, accept Medi-Cal for adolescent groups, and provide payment flexibility through check or credit card. Learn more about EAP and insurance and/or superbilling options. Fees and Insurance Individual, Family and Couples Therapy Fees are set according to market rates and range from $120-$200 per 50 minute session depending on the experience and training of the therapist. Group Therapy Group therapy rates are set according to the length of each group as follows: • $50 per session for 60 minute groups • $65 per session for 75 minutes groups • $80 per session for 90 minute groups Reduced fees are generally available for groups. We accept Medi-Cal for adolescent groups only. Payments Payments can be made by check or credit card. Once your card is in our secure system, we will be able to bill it automatically. Checks should be made out to EMERGE and may take several days to process. Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) We are subcontractor for EAP programs for the Davis Joint Unified School District and Yolo County Office of Education. Employees and their families can quality for up to ten sessions at no cost and additional sessions with a $30 co-pay. Insurance At the present time, we do not accept any insurance directly. If you would like a statement to send to your insurance for out-of-network reimbursement, please let your therapist know. You are responsible for checking your insurance to see if it covers your therapist and therapy. Please be aware that associate therapists are often not covered by insurance.

EMERGE CENTER FOR SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL LEARNING is a 501(c)3 non-profit.  Every tax-deductible gift to EMERGE helps support the social and emotional development of young people. 捐 社會和情感學習新興中心 是501（c）3非營利組織。給EMERGE的每筆可抵稅的禮物都有助於支持年輕人的社交和情感發展。 現在就給 感謝您的支持！

The EMERGE Performance and Sport Psychology program is focused on helping students understand and utilize decades of clinical research and knowledge around what it takes to perform at a peak level in any area of performance, including academics, sports, dance, drama and life.   PERFORMANCE and SPORT PSYCHOLOGY The “mental game” is increasingly recognized as central to elite performance in both sports and life. While performance and sport psychology is highly utilized in college athletics and professional life, it gets little attention in high school where the need is just as great. The EMERGE Performance and Sport Psychology program is focused on helping students understand and utilize decades of clinical research and knowledge around what it takes to perform at a peak level in any area of performance, including academics, sports, dance, drama and life. We are currently developing curriculum for SportPsych 101 and 201, six-week psychoeducational classes for high school athletes. We also hope to develop a Performance Psychology class based on the same core material. Currently, we offer individual performance coaching and therapy to help students work on specific issues of concern. For more information, contact Lawrence Shweky, LCSW, at LawrenceS@emergecenter4sel.org .

Reach out to EMERGE for more information regarding our programs and services. 聯繫我們！ Contact Us 1627 Oak Avenue. Davis, CA 95616 530-341-2934 info@emergecenter4sel.org Get in Touch Email Phone Relationship to the client Choose an option Client First Name Client Last Name Client Age Client's gender identity Female Male Non-binary Other Prefer not to say Client's Preferred Pronouns She / Her / Hers He / Him / His They / Them / Theirs Other What service are you interested in? Individual Therapy Family or Couples Therapy Group Therapy Summer Creative Art Therapy Mentoring Send Thanks for submitting! A member of our team will contact your as soon as possible. 訂閱EMERGE以獲得最新消息！ 訂閱 感謝您的訂閱！ 出現 / əˈmərj / 動詞 出來，被認識，突破，崛起 ©2020 by Emerge Center for Social and Emotional Learning

EMERGE is seeking team members to provide psychotherapy and other activities that support the social and emotional growth of adolescents and young adults. 職位空缺 臨床主管/計劃協調員 EMERGE正在尋找經驗豐富的臨床主管來監督心理治療和其他支持青少年和年輕人社交和情感成長的活動。監督有執照的治療師和助理，設計創新計劃，並與學校和社區提供者合作。有關更多信息，請參閱附件中的職位描述 。 心理療法 EMERGE正在尋找經驗豐富的治療師來提供心理治療和其他活動，以支持青少年和年輕人的社交和情感成長。有機會參加團體活動，與家人合作並設計創新計劃。有關更多信息，請參閱附件中的職位描述 。 出現 / əˈmərj / 動詞 變得明顯，重要或突出 多樣性•股權•包容性 EMERGE在我們的臨床方法，招聘和生活中都具有多樣性，公平性和包容性的內在價值。我們歡迎並鼓勵來自各個方向，性別，膚色，大小，能力，宗教，文化，家庭狀況和政治信仰的申請者。

Mentoring helps with a wide range of issues - including social and generalized anxiety, executive functioning, grief and loss, and behavioral issues. Mentoring strengthens social skills and bonds and can lead to healthier relationships and lifestyle choices. 指導結果 解決的問題 EMERGE導師是受訓者的寶貴資源，他們可以處理各種問題，例如： 社交焦慮/社交技能 廣泛性焦慮 沮喪 悲傷/失落問題 行為問題 執行功能和多動症 對青年的好處 研究表明，對於從事指導關係超過一年的年輕人而言，其好處是廣泛的。這些包括： 高中畢業率提高 降低高中輟學率 對學校的態度更好 更健康的人際關係和生活方式選擇 更高的大學入學率和更高的教育抱負 增強自尊和自信 在家和學校改善行為 與父母，老師和同伴的關係更加牢固 改善人際交往能力 減少開始使用毒品和酒精的可能性 對於那些有較高的學校失學和輟學風險的人群來說，指導會帶來學術上的收穫。研究表明，受訓人員上大學的可能性要高55％，定期自願參與的可能性高78％，擔任領導職務的可能性高130％。 有關 指導計劃的更多信息，請聯繫 Scott Weintraub 。 Mentoring Application

We accept Venmo, credit cards and check.  We are currently in the process of setting up a payment portal.  In the meantime, please feel free to contact us if yo would like to donate.   捐 社會和情感學習新興中心 歡迎社會各界和對年輕人的需求感興趣的其他人的支持。我們接受Venmo，信用卡和支票。我們目前正在建立付款門戶。 同時，如果您想捐款 ，請隨時與我們聯繫。 感謝您的支持！

A list of EMERGE and community events relating to teen mental health. EMERGE and Community Events Calendar Yolo Neuro Network - Community Social Event Date: Saturday, 6/16 Time: 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Location: Davis Farmers Market, Central Park, Davis Bring the whole family, a picnic and a blanket as we will be gathering out on the grass field (look for the YNN logo sign) Friends of the Davis Library and the Davis Phoenix Alliance present - Pride Movie Night Date: Thursday, 6/22 Time: 6:30p.m. Location: Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library Davis Join Yolo County Library and the Davis Phoenix Coalition for a screening of the award-winning documentary Becoming Johanna. Becoming Johanna is a compelling story that follows the struggles transgender teens face every day. In the end, Johanna refuses to let her mother’s rejection define her life and she continues the journey toward becoming comfortable in her own skin. Johanna’s story is as beautiful as she is, and will leave you hopeful that we can build communities that accept all of our children just the way they are. Team Davis Jr - Parent Education Forum Date: Tuesday, 6/27 Time: 5:30p.m. to 7:30p.m. Location: Davis Senior Center, Valente Rm. Davis, CA 95616 Topic: Self Determination program with Alta Regional Center