Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I received my Master's from the University of California, Los Angeles and have been practicing for 10 years. Using a strengths-based, compassionate and culturally affirming approach, I help adolescents and young adults with managing stressors and negative emotions that arise in this time of one's life. It is my goal to empower those I work with to have the skills and tools to overcome their challenges and become the best versions of themselves.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In our first session, we will get to know each other and start to build our therapeutic relationship. I am a firm believer in the notion that the stronger the therapeutic alliance is, the better the treatment outcomes are for the client. I want to hear your story and learn more about your current challenges, strengths, interests and values. We will collaboratively set goals and explore your vision of what you are looking to gain from our work together.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I pride myself in creating an empathetic, interactive and accepting experience while assisting my clients learn the tools needed to better support their overall well-being. I would be honored to be alongside you on your journey.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

Welcome, I am Amelia. I acknowledge how difficult and scary it can be to seek help for oneself. I want to take this moment to applaud you for taking the first step toward bettering your mental health. I strive to create a welcoming and affirming environment where young people (adolescents and young adults) feel safe to explore obstacles with concerns such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, workplace or school challenges and race-based stress. As a Black female clinician who has been serving primarily BIPOC individuals, I am deeply aware of the societal, racial, and environmental stressors that hinder wellness. I use my intersections of identity to connect with all clients, knowing the importance of being heard, appreciated, and understood.

About Amelia Theisen