Therapist
Amy Conneely
LCSW-C
Compassionate clinical social work in Maryland
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- Strengths based
- Practical strategies
- Collaborative pacing
About Amy
She prioritizes the therapeutic relationship and treats people with dignity, respect, and without judgment. Sessions focus on listening first, then building practical steps that fit each person's life. Amy draws on a strengths-based outlook to help clients notice and use what already works for them.
Amy works with many common concerns such as depression, anxiety, grief, trauma and abuse, caregiver fatigue, relationship and family tensions, parenting stress, addictions, and ADHD. She also has experience addressing aging and geriatric issues, chronic illness and disability, adoption and foster care matters, and the stress that comes with caregiving.
Her approach blends several evidence-based methods. She uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify patterns that maintain distress, dialectical behavior skills for emotional regulation, and acceptance and commitment ideas to clarify values and next steps. Mindfulness and client-centered methods shape the pace of work so it feels collaborative rather than prescriptive.
People who prefer clear strategies plus a respectful, steady therapeutic partner tend to find her style helpful. Those considering therapy are encouraged to start with a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a session that fits their needs.
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Areas of expertise
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Credentials
Maryland
Languages
English
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How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Amy uses cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy in straightforward ways. CBT helps identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and replaces them with small, practical changes that reduce stress and anxiety. Acceptance and commitment therapy focuses on clarifying personal values and taking committed steps toward them, which can help with depression, grief, and coping with life changes.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made or new needs appear.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats offered before booking. This profile does not list specific formats, so check current options when you schedule. Many people find online sessions useful because they make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Online work can include skill practice, homework between meetings, and tracking progress in ways that fit daily routines. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises from CBT, ACT, and mindfulness for remote sessions to keep the work practical and goal-focused.
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Amy commonly address?
Amy helps people with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma and abuse, addictions, caregiver fatigue, relationship and family stress, parenting concerns, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is respectful and strengths based. She listens first, then uses practical steps drawn from approaches like CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and client-centered therapy.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has over 15 years of experience working in hospitals, hospice, oncology, home health, nursing homes, assisted living, substance abuse centers, and residential adult programs.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds LCSW-C (Maryland) and practices in Maryland.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps start the process of working together?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.
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