Amy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience supporting individuals, adolescents, and couples—especially those navigating neurodivergence and trauma recovery. She works extensively with clients who have ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Sensory Integration Disorder, and those experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, and complex trauma. As a queer-affirming therapist, Amy is deeply committed to creating a safe, inclusive space for LGBTQ+ clients. Her collaborative, client-centered approach empowers clients to explore their emotions, experiences, and identities at their own pace, in a space where they feel heard, understood, and valued.

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

First and foremost, my priority is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can speak openly about whatever is on your mind. Therapy is your time to reflect, process, and be heard without fear of judgment. In our first 60-minute session, we’ll complete a comprehensive assessment covering your mental health history, current stressors, trauma experiences, and any substance use concerns. This is also your chance to share what’s bringing you to therapy and what you hope to get out of our work together. From there, we’ll begin to outline a treatment plan that supports your goals, emotional growth, and healing. As part of our process, I may occasionally offer suggestions or reflective exercises to try between sessions, always at a pace that feels right for you.

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

As both a clinician and a neurodivergent individual, I bring lived experience, deep empathy, and a trauma-informed lens to my work. I’ve supported clients through complex trauma, grief, and identity exploration, and I understand how isolating it can feel to navigate systems that don’t always make space for difference. My greatest strengths lie in creating a therapeutic environment where clients feel genuinely seen, respected, and empowered. I consider it a profound privilege to sit with people in their most vulnerable moments and to help them rediscover their voice, agency, and capacity for healing.

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

• Neurodivergent individuals – ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Sensory Integration Disorder • Adolescents and Adults navigating identity, transitions, or mental health concerns • LGBTQ+ individuals and couples • Couples seeking improved communication and connection • Clients experiencing Anxiety, Depression, or Burnout • Individuals processing Grief, Loss, or Major Life Changes • Trauma survivors and those in need of Crisis Counseling

About Amy Drake