Amy Freeman

Amy Freeman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with eleven years of experience. She practices in Maryland and focuses on helping people who struggle with stress, anxiety, mood issues, trauma, ADHD, anger, and related concerns. Amy aims to create a calm, nonjudgmental atmosphere where clients can start tackling hard problems one step at a time.

She uses practical, skill-based approaches in sessions. Amy draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thinking and build new patterns. She also uses dialectical behavior strategies to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills.

Amy has experience supporting young adults with developmental disabilities in school settings and working alongside educators and therapy specialists. That background shapes how she coordinates with others involved in a person's life when it helps meet goals. She emphasizes clear, simple communication and measurable steps forward.

In sessions she focuses on concrete tools - coping strategies, thought work, and mindfulness exercises - that people can try between meetings. Amy likes to set achievable goals and review progress regularly so changes feel real and manageable.

People who work with her can expect straightforward guidance and steady support while they build new ways of coping. She encourages prospective clients to start by answering a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a first appointment to see if the fit feels right.

How therapy approaches shape online care

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, helps people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It breaks problems into small, manageable steps so people can try things between sessions and track progress.

DBT, or Dialectical Behavior Therapy, teaches concrete skills for managing strong emotions and handling conflict. It includes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and tools for improving day-to-day functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Amy will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and then together decide which methods to use. That collaborative process helps make sure sessions feel useful and relevant to the person's life.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm available session formats before booking since current options are not listed here. Many people find remote sessions easier to fit into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Online meetings can also let someone continue care while coordinating with school or other providers. Ask about the specific session options offered when you schedule to ensure they match your needs.