Guiding New Beginnings
Morning Lark Therapy was founded on the belief that healing is both a quiet rise and a joyful return to life. Inspired by the symbolism of the lark, a bird known for greeting the morning with song, our name represents hope, renewal, and the courage to begin again. Just as the lark sings at first light, we believe every person has the strength to find their voice, even after darkness.
The word lark also carries another meaning: lightness, laughter, and living fully. We hold space for both the depth of emotional work and the rediscovery of joy. Morning Lark Therapy exists to guide clients through transitions, trauma, and personal growth with compassion, authenticity, and respect for each individual’s unique story.
Rooted in evidence-based practice and grounded in empathy, we provide a safe and inclusive environment for healing. Whether clients seek balance, connection, or clarity, we help them rise, one morning, one step, one moment at a time.
Therapeutic Approach
Healing is a return to safety, connection, and self-trust. I work from a trauma-informed and culturally responsive lens, honoring the intersections of identity, experience, and resilience. My practice is LGBTQ+ affirming and grounded in compassion, offering a space where clients can explore who they are, heal at their own pace, and begin again with clarity and hope.
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Core Methods
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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Focuses on the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Together we identify unhelpful patterns and develop practical strategies that support healthier thinking and more intentional choices.
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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Encourages mindfulness, self-compassion, and alignment with personal values. ACT helps clients make space for difficult emotions while committing to actions that move them toward a meaningful and fulfilling life.
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Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
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Explores emotional patterns and attachment needs to help clients build stronger, more secure relationships, both with themselves and with others. EFT promotes emotional safety, trust, and authentic connection.
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Mindfulness-Based Techniques
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Integrate breathing, grounding, and present-moment awareness to reduce stress and enhance emotional regulation. Mindfulness practices help clients slow down, reconnect, and respond rather than react.
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Strengths-Based Perspective
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Highlights inner strength and innate capabilities rather than deficits. This approach helps clients identify abilities that can serve as anchors during times of transition or distress.
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Person-Centered Approach
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Centers the therapeutic relationship on empathy, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard. Clients are viewed as the experts of their own experiences, and therapy progresses at the pace that feels right for them.
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Emily Losch, LCSW, CADC
I’m Emily Losch, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) ,Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), and the founder of Morning Lark Therapy. My path to becoming a therapist is deeply rooted in lived experience leading to an understanding of what it means to navigate pain, change, and growth firsthand. That personal journey gave me a deep appreciation for people’s resilience and the importance of being met with compassion rather than judgment. I aim to show up in every session with empathy, curiosity, and respect for each person’s story.
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Before opening my private practice, I worked extensively in forensic and community settings, providing care to individuals involved with the justice system, clients impacted by interpersonal violence, those experiencing homelessness, and people navigating substance use and recovery. My work has included roles in correctional facilities, crisis response, and the court system. These experiences strengthened my belief that healing isn’t about fixing what’s broken; it’s about reclaiming safety, agency, and meaning after adversity.
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When I’m not in session, you’ll usually find me spending time with my animals, building LEGO creations, or traveling to new places. Those moments of creativity and exploration remind me of what I hope therapy offers: room to breathe, grow, and begin again.
