Amy Torpey
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who graduated from the University of Maryland. I have extensive experience helping clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, grief, and major life transitions. I believe in the power of a collaborative therapeutic relationship and am committed to building a supportive connection with clients.
I believe in the importance of establishing a strong collaborative relationship and finding a balance between support and also challenging you to meet your goals.
I offers compassionate and non-judgmental support, guiding you towards a healthier, more fulfilling life.
First session
During the first session, I will provide background information and answer any questions. After that, the goal of the session is to build rapport and gain deeper insight into reasons for seeking therapy.
Strengths
I believe in the importance of establishing a strong collaborative relationship and finding a balance between support and also challenging you to meet your goals.
Ideal clients
I enjoy working with various age groups who are coping with stressors related to major life transitions. With the client, we are able to work together to establish healthier coping tools to improve overall quality of life.
Treatment methods
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
ACT has been shown to be beneficial for people suffering from anxiety and depression. Utilizing this therapeutic model helps people to use mental flexibility to accept what is out of your own personal control while committing to action that improves quality of life.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is a highly beneficial as a collaborative tool CBT to allow us to work together as a team to identify goals, develop strategies, and track progress. I commonly utilize CBT to help clients to challenge negative thought patterns and anxiety inducing thinking.
Location
Virtual sessions
Identifies as
Woman
Top specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Other specialties
Family Conflict
Grief
Insomnia/Sleep Issues
Life Transitions
Older Adults
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Postpartum
School Issues
Women's Issues
Serves
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Teenagers (13 to 17)
Licensed in
New JerseyLicense 44SC05743500