Amber Smith, LISW-S, LCSW

(she/her)
Preferred Name: Amber

EMDR Certified Therapist

EMDR Consultant-in-Training

Online Therapy

About Me

I help people who have experienced distressing life circumstances let go of shame, rediscover who they are, and find reasons to smile again. People truly can heal from trauma and already have the tools within to navigate that journey. I strive to extend empathy, invite open expression and cultivate a sense of connection and safety for every person that I meet. It truly is an honor when people invite me into their world and give themselves permission to be courageously vulnerable. I would be honored to help discover what healing looks like for you, should you choose to know longer travel that path alone. You were never meant to do this all alone.

Education & Experience

I specialize in serving children, adults and combat veterans. I also have experience serving people with complex, chronic medical conditions and am aware of the unique challenges this special group faces. I hold a Master's Degree in Social Work from Cleveland State University and I'm an Usui Reiki Master. I am happy to serve clients in Ohio and Texas.

Professional & Volunteer Affiliations

US Department of Veterans Affairs

Specialty Area

  • Abuse/Neglect
  • ADD/ADHD/Disruptive Behavior Disorders
  • Anxiety/Panic Attacks
  • Attachment Disorders
  • Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depression
  • Mood Disorders
  • Moral Injury
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Somatic Issues
  • Stress Management
  • Survivor's Guilt
  • Traumatic Incident

Population Served

  • Adolescents (13-17)
  • Adults
  • BIPOC
  • First Responders
  • Group
  • Immigrants
  • LGBTQ+
  • Seniors
  • Veteran Center
  • Veterans/Military

Language

  • English

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross BlueShield
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Sliding Scale
  • UnitedHealth

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