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Amber Johnson

Therapist(She/Her/Hers)
7 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Hello and welcome! My name is Amber and I am a licensed clinical social worker in Illinois. I bring over a decade of professional work experience, working with clients across the life cycle (3 years old to 80+ years young)! I am passionate about working with adults who may be feeling stuck as they enter into a new phase of life. Whether it be entering into parenthood, managing the stress of changing careers or life phases, I work to help my clients identify ways to live more authentically.

My approach to therapy

I understand that finding a "good fit" in a therapist is much like finding that perfect pair of shoes. You may have to try on several before you find the ones meant for you. Reading through these profiles can be a part of that "try on" process. As a therapist I believe that my role in the relationship is to assist you on your journey to wellness through compassionate care and genuine empathy. I utilize a client-centered approach and include my clients in every part of the planning process.

What you can expect from me

I have experience in helping clients with navigating depression, stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Warm, Affirming

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    7 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign, BA (Bachelor of Arts) at University of Illinois Chicago
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Indiana, Illinois)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Ascension, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma, Infertility
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Positive Psychology, Strength-Based, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Relational, Humanistic, Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English