Amy Bradley
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the founder of Holding Space Therapy Services. I provide telehealth therapy for adults navigating anxiety, burnout, relationship challenges, life transitions, and the sometimes messy process of figuring out who they are and what they want. My approach is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), blending practical tools with honest conversations, compassion, curiosity, and a little humor. I believe therapy should feel like a space where you can show up exactly as you are, without judgment or pressure to have everything figured out.
With 20 years of experience, I bring a compassionate, down-to-earth approach to therapy, combining practical tools, honest conversations, and evidence-based strategies to help you navigate life's challenges, build self-trust, and create meaningful change.... and a lot of humor!
My philosophy is simple: You can't control all of it, but you can choose how you show up. Let's make space for what matters.
First session
Your first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other, talk about what brought you to therapy, and explore what you'd like to be different in your life. You don't need to have everything figured out, know exactly what to say, or even know where to begin. That's something we can work through together. We'll talk about what's been challenging, what's important to you, and what you hope to gain from therapy. I'll ask questions, listen without judgment, and help us identify a direction for our work together. My approach is conversational, collaborative, and down-to-earth. Therapy doesn't have to feel intimidating or overly clinical. You can expect honesty, compassion, and sometimes a little humor. Most importantly, there's no pressure to share everything in the first session. We'll move at a pace that feels comfortable for you. My goal is for you to leave feeling heard, understood, and a little clearer about what comes next.
Strengths
I bring a combination of compassion, curiosity, honesty, and practical guidance to my sessions. I'm warm and approachable, but I'm also direct when it matters. I believe meaningful therapy involves more than simply nodding along—it means asking thoughtful questions, challenging patterns when appropriate, and helping you see things from a different perspective. My approach is conversational and collaborative, blending Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with real-world strategies you can use outside our sessions. I'm comfortable sitting with difficult emotions, navigating uncomfortable conversations, and finding humor in the absurdity of being human. I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach or expecting you to become someone you're not. My strength is helping you connect the dots between your thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and values so you can move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and self-trust. **You can expect empathy without judgment, honesty without harshness, and support that encourages growth rather than perfection.**
Ideal clients
I work best with adults who are tired of feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves. Maybe you're the person everyone relies on, but you're exhausted from holding everything together. Maybe you're navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, burnout, grief, or a major life transition. Or maybe you've spent so much time meeting everyone else's expectations that you're no longer sure what you want for yourself. You don't have to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. Sometimes you just know that something needs to change, even if you can't quite put your finger on what that is. My ideal client is someone who's willing to be curious about themselves, explore uncomfortable patterns, and consider new ways of responding to life's challenges. You don't need to have all the answers or be ready to make big changes overnight. Whether you're working on boundaries, self-worth, emotional regulation, or figuring out your next chapter, we'll focus on helping you build a life that feels more authentic, meaningful, and aligned with who you want to be. **You don't have to have it all figured out. You just have to be willing to start.**
Treatment methods
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is at the heart of my approach. ACT helps you develop a different relationship with difficult thoughts, emotions, and experiences rather than spending all your energy trying to control or eliminate them. Together, we'll explore the patterns that keep you feeling stuck, identify what truly matters to you, and develop practical tools to help you move forward. Acceptance doesn't mean approving of what happened or giving up on change. It means learning to make room for what you cannot control while taking meaningful action toward what you can. The goal isn't to eliminate discomfort or become a different person. It's to build psychological flexibility, trust yourself, and create a life that reflects your values—even when life gets messy.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Mindfulness isn't about clearing your mind, forcing yourself to relax, or pretending everything is fine. It's about learning to be present with your experiences without immediately reacting to or judging them. I incorporate mindfulness-based strategies to help you recognize emotional triggers, interrupt automatic reactions, and develop a greater sense of awareness and choice. Whether you're managing anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, or struggling with difficult emotions, these tools can help you respond more intentionally rather than operating on autopilot. At Holding Space, mindfulness also means creating room for your experiences without rushing to fix, dismiss, or explain them away. Sometimes the most meaningful change begins when we allow ourselves to notice what's happening.
Narrative
We all carry stories about who we are, what we've experienced, and what we're capable of. Sometimes those stories are shaped by painful experiences, relationships, or expectations that no longer reflect who we want to be. Through conversation and reflection, we'll explore the narratives that influence how you see yourself and the world around you. Together, we can challenge limiting beliefs, recognize strengths that may have been overlooked, and make space for new perspectives. I believe there's real power in being able to speak your truth and feel genuinely heard. You are more than your past, your struggles, or the stories you've been told about yourself. Therapy can help you reclaim the ability to define what comes next.
Solution-Focused Brief Treatment
Sometimes you don't need to spend months figuring out why something isn't working. You need support identifying what might help you move forward. Solution-Focused Brief Therapy builds on your existing strengths, resources, and experiences to identify practical steps toward meaningful change. Rather than focusing exclusively on problems, we'll explore what's already working, what you'd like to be different, and how to build on the progress you've made. My role isn't to tell you how to live your life or hand you a one-size-fits-all solution. It's to help you recognize your own capabilities, explore possibilities, and take manageable steps toward your goals. Small changes matter. And sometimes those small changes create the momentum for something much bigger.
Location
Virtual sessions