I'm Emily Pearson-Beck (she/her), a licensed social worker and yoga teacher based in New York City.
I provide outpatient psychotherapy and case management at a major New York City hospital, where I support adults navigating trauma, identity exploration, stigma, and complex or chronic health conditions. My work is grounded in affirming care for LGBTQ+ individuals and those living at the intersections of medical and mental health challenges.
I support queer individuals and communities through life’s threshold moments: birth, death, identity shifts, and the layered traumas that can come with them. My background includes working in an ICU, where I supported patients and families through medical crises, end-of-life care, and grief. It also includes training in prenatal yoga that informs how I engage with transitions of all kinds. I show up to this work with presence, humility, and a space for complexity. I am dedicated to the continual growth of my skills through ongoing study in perinatal and trauma-informed care.
I am bilingual in Spanish and proficient in Mandarin Chinese, and have used both languages in professional settings to help ensure accessible, culturally responsive care.
I completed Basic EMDR training and am working toward full certification. I incorporate EMDR into my work where clinically indicated, as part of a broader trauma-informed approach.
These experiences have shaped a therapeutic approach that is grounded, relational, and down to earth. I value trust, a shared sense of humor, and finding the balance of laughter with deep respect for what you are working through.
I believe healing happens when people feel respected and supported. My role is to walk alongside you as we make sense of patterns, emotions, and experiences in a way that feels empowering. I approach each person with curiosity and care, recognizing that our struggles are shaped not only by the past but also by the world we live in.
I am a certified yoga teacher with an 85-hour certification in prenatal yoga. My classes emphasize mindfulness, accessibility, and compassion, offering space to reconnect with the body through intentional movement and breath.
I teach regularly as part of the permanent staff at VITAL climbing gym and occasionally at the Prenatal Yoga Center. I also offer yoga instruction for groups and events, with past collaborations including Universal Music Group and wellness-focused spaces.
I’m available for group classes, wellness sessions, and special events. Offerings can be tailored for creative teams, corporate environments, or community-based settings. To inquire about bookings, please reach out here.
Whether through psychotherapy or yoga, my practice is rooted in care, curiosity, and authenticity. I encourage you to embrace your own path toward healing and growth with intention and presence.
If you’d like to learn more or connect, please feel free to reach out.
Please Note:
To maintain ethical and effective care, I do not provide both psychotherapy and yoga instruction to the same individual. If you are working with me in therapy and are interested in yoga, I’m happy to offer guidance or referrals to support you in finding separate yoga classes.