Emily Gordon received her Masters of Social Work and Masters of Education in human sexuality from Widener University, the leading clinical program in the United States focused in human sexuality studies. Ms. Gordon’s specialized training allows her to provide care across the lifespan for those seeking assistance in the clinical treatment of sexual dysfunctions and sexuality-related concerns. Additionally, she has extensive training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and has completed an externship and a year-long EFT program called Core Skills. She is certified in PREPARE/ENRICH training for premarital counseling and has completed Gottman Level 1 training to help clients deepen connection and revitalize intimacy within their relationships. Ms. Gordon is a certified sexual assault counselor in Illinois, and a particular focus of her practice is in supporting survivors of sexual trauma in reclaiming their sexuality. She is a proud member of the Society for Sex Therapy and Research (SSTAR) as well as the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT). 

Ms. Gordon is a multi-cultural, trauma-informed, LGBTQIA+ affirmative psychotherapist. She supports clients of all genders, sexual orientations, and relationship configurations including LGBTQIA+ folx, consensually non-monogamous and polyamorous partners, and kinky clients. She is passionate about assisting individuals and couples in exploring their sexual and gender identities. She utilizes a holistic approach incorporating psychodynamic, feminist, emotionally focused therapy with cognitive behavioral interventions, and mindfulness techniques into her therapeutic practice. Her advanced clinical internship in modern psychoanalysis also informs her clinical approach. Ms. Gordon’s clinical experience includes working with sexual functioning, relational difficulties, sexual trauma, and attachment/intimacy concerns.

Prior to joining Embrace Sexual Wellness, Ms. Gordon worked as an associate in private practice for half a decade specializing in relationship and sex therapy. She served adolescents and adults and established a special focus working with the LGBTQIA+ population, sexual trauma survivors and couples. She has been a guest lecturer for various academic institutions including Adler University, University of Illinois and Northern Arizona University. In addition, she has created and led trauma-informed sexuality workshops for educators, medical professionals and the general community. Prior to entering into private practice, Ms. Gordon worked closely with individuals with eating disorders at the largest behavioral health inpatient hospital in Philadelphia. She also has experience working as a certified rape crisis counselor as well as working as a sexual health advocate where she collaborated with OBGYNs to provide more inclusive care to LGBTQIA+ patients. While at the clinic, she completed a 200 hour advanced training in comprehensive gynecological concerns under the supervision of medical professionals.

SPECIALIZATIONS: SEXUAL TRAUMA, NAVIGATING RELATIONSHIP CONFLICT + DISTRESS USING EMOTIONALLY FOCUSED THERAPY (EFT), SEXUAL PAIN, ORGASM DIFFICULTIES, DESIRE DISCREPANCIES, ANXIETY, LGBTQ+ AFFIRMING CARE.