Hello and welcome! I'm thrilled to be considered as part of your wellbeing journey. I'm a LCSW with over 3 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults. Prior to becoming a clinician, I worked for many years in the early childhood education field and as a counselor for teens in a residential setting. I have graduate degrees in both human and social services (2019) and social work (2021). I became DBT certified in 2024 and offer a modified DBT approach. I'm also currently working on my PhD in social work at Walden University. I'm passionate about the benefits of therapy and the positive difference a caring relationship with a therapist can bring. The most important part of my clinical approach is to build a foundation of respect, safety, gentleness and communication. From there, we can work together to support your goals and learn new skills. A rescued support dog, Olive, is also available to join our virtual session! In my spare time, I enjoy art, being in nature, and travel. Sliding Scale Options Available for Cash Pay

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

In our first session, we will focus on getting to know one another and building our therapeutic connection. If ready to do so, I'll explore a little more about your past and what brings you to therapy now. I'd love to learn about what you want to gain from therapy, how you best feel supported, and more about what you think works best for you personally to get the most out of your sessions. We can also begin to think about goals for therapy this session.

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

I believe that my strengths as a provider include lived experience with a mental health journey myself, a compassionate and flexible approach, genuine interest in connection with my clients, warmth, and a sense of humor. Therapy can be effective and beneficial without being stuffy or overly clinical!

About Amy Nelson