Dr. Powell was born and raised in the central Kentucky area. She attended Western Kentucky University for her undergraduate degree and earned her Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry degree from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry. Following this, Dr. Powell completed the University of Kentucky General Practice Residency where she learned many necessary skills for working in the dental field. Dr. Emily, her husband Chris, and their two daughters spend much of their time involved in their church where they often can be found leading the music during services.