Amy Freeman, LCSW, MD, LCSW-C

Amy Freeman is a licensed clinical social worker who brings practical experience supporting young people and their families in educational settings. She has spent years working with adolescents and young adults, particularly those aged 15 to 22 with developmental disabilities, helping them and their families navigate school-based supports and daily challenges. Her background includes close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams - including educators, speech and occupational therapists, and behavior specialists - to assess needs and develop coordinated plans of care.

Amy emphasizes a nonjudgmental, accepting approach that lays the groundwork for a trusting therapeutic relationship. She works with clients and families to identify unhelpful patterns, build healthier coping strategies, and reframe thoughts that get in the way of progress. Her practice focuses on practical skills and problem solving so clients can make steady, meaningful changes in their lives.

She holds credentials as an LCSW and LCSW-C, which indicate licensing to provide clinical social work services, and MD to denote licensure in Maryland. Amy values collaboration with clients and other professionals and aims to create a supportive environment where individuals and families can address stress, anxiety, trauma, mood concerns, ADHD, and related issues. She encourages anyone considering support to reach out and take the next step toward improved well-being.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Amy often uses cognitive behavioral therapy, a structured approach that helps clients identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT is commonly used for stress, anxiety, depression, and mood-related concerns because it focuses on practical strategies and measurable steps toward change.

She also incorporates dialectical behavior therapy skills, which teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. DBT techniques can be especially helpful for managing intense emotions, impulsivity, and relationship challenges.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Amy works with each client to understand their goals, preferences, and needs, and then tailors techniques from these approaches to find what fits best. Together the therapist and client evaluate progress and adjust the plan as needed.

Online therapy with Amy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which provides flexibility for scheduling and for different communication styles. These options make it easier to access consistent care from home, school, or work while maintaining the same therapeutic goals and methods used in traditional sessions.