Amber Fender, LISW-CP/S

(She/Her)

Online Therapy

About Me

As a survivor of childhood trauma and cancer, I believe I can support you best by a holistic approach and providing unconditional acceptance and positive support for who you are. Trauma doesn't need "fixing", instead, let's learn more about what you need and how to meet the needs internally and externally. I love the holistic approach. That's why I use pet-assisted therapy for in-person sessions with a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. I also honor the spiritual/mind/body connection through regular yoga practice. I find it so invaluable that I am currently earning a 200hr trauma informed yoga teacher training to offer pop-ups with collaborating agencies in the Charleston area to offer psychoeducation and normalize trauma recovery.

Education & Experience

I work with adults and children for trauma recovery using some of the most effective treatment methods like Emotion Focused Therapy and EMDR.

Professional & Volunteer Affiliations

I'm partnered with several local nonprofit organizations to help with labor and sex trafficking awareness/recovery, supporting caregivers for aging loved ones, and addictions recovery. These are where most of my sliding scale slots are designated for increased outreach.

Specialty Area

  • Anxiety/Panic Attacks
  • Attachment Disorders
  • Birth Trauma/Pregnancy Loss
  • Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
  • Grief/Loss/Mourning
  • Moral Injury
  • Motor Vehicle Accidents
  • Performance Enhancement
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Self-Harm
  • Somatic Issues
  • Stress Management
  • Survivor's Guilt
  • Traumatic Incident

Population Served

  • Adolescents (13-17)
  • Adults
  • BIPOC
  • Children (4-12)
  • Couples
  • First Responders
  • Group
  • LGBTQ+
  • Seniors
  • Underserved
  • Veterans/Military

Language

  • English

Insurance

  • Does Not Accept Insurance
  • Sliding Scale