Amy Conneely, MD, LCSW-C

Amy Conneely is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Maryland with more than 15 years of experience supporting adults and families through difficult life transitions. She holds the credentials MD and LCSW-C - MD indicating a medical doctor and LCSW-C standing for Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical - and combines clinical knowledge with social work practice to address a range of concerns.

She earned both her Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social Work from Delaware State University and has worked across diverse care settings. Her background includes medical social work in hospitals, hospice, oncology, and home health, work in geriatric environments such as nursing homes and assisted living, positions in substance abuse treatment centers, and roles within residential programs for adults.

Across those settings she has helped people manage depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, caregiver fatigue, family conflicts, and parenting challenges. Her practice centers on building a respectful, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship and recognizing each person’s strengths.

Clinically she draws on motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness, solution-focused techniques, and client-centered therapy to tailor treatment to individual needs and goals.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Amy Conneely

Amy Conneely integrates several evidence-informed methods to address emotional and relational challenges. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety and to improve coping skills. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be helpful for intense emotions, relationship struggles, and self-management. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns in relationships that stem from early connections and helps people develop more secure ways of relating and communicating.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. She works with clients to understand their goals, preferences, and life context, and adapts techniques from these models to fit each person’s needs so the plan feels practical and aligned with what matters most to the client.

Online therapy with Amy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain regular care around work, family, and daily commitments while accessing licensed professionals who can support recovery, coping, and growth.