Amy Freeman

Amy Freeman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who practices in Maryland. She brings 11 years of experience and a calm, nonjudgmental presence to sessions. She often focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and mood concerns while helping people find clearer ways to cope.

Her background includes working in school settings with young adults ages 15 to 22 who have developmental disabilities and with their families. That work involved coordinating with educators and therapists such as speech, occupational, and behavior specialists to identify practical needs. She uses plain language and straightforward goals in sessions so families can act on strategies right away.

Amy draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thinking patterns. She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotional regulation and Mindfulness techniques to reduce reactivity. Trauma-Focused Therapy is part of her approach when past events continue to affect day-to-day life.

Sessions typically focus on building coping skills, managing mood swings, and reducing anxiety. She supports people dealing with ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, anger, and related concerns. She also addresses family of origin issues, divorce and separation, domestic violence, and challenges linked to intellectual disability.

Amy aims to make therapy practical and achievable. She helps clients set small goals and practice new skills between sessions. Prospective clients are encouraged to consider what they hope to change and bring those goals to the first meeting.

How these approaches translate to online care

Amy commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in her work. CBT helps people spot and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical exercises and homework. DBT offers skills for managing intense emotions, reducing impulsive reactions, and improving interpersonal effectiveness.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to identify which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they adjust tools and pacing so the work fits the client's daily life.

The therapist's biography does not state specific online session formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit meetings around work, school, or caregiving by reducing travel time and allowing flexible scheduling. It can also allow shorter check-ins when needed or sessions that do not require being on camera. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT and DBT skills to remote sessions so people can practice new behaviors between meetings.