Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
How Amy works
- Not listed
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LPC
- Licensed in
- Virginia
- Years in practice
- 10
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Amy
Amy Parsons is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Virginia who offers virtual therapy. She focuses on helping people manage anger, anxiety, stress, and depression in clear, practical ways. Amy draws on evidence-based techniques and keeps sessions focused and goal-oriented.
She uses straightforward tools clients can try between appointments to reduce intense emotions and improve daily functioning. Sessions are collaborative and paced to each person's needs. Her background includes two master’s degrees in counseling from Liberty University.
Background and approach
Amy has worked in clinical settings for 10 years, supporting people with trauma, mood and personality concerns, and self-harm behaviors. She also has experience helping with family problems and with young adult issues. In session she emphasizes communication skills and emotion regulation.
She helps people practice new ways to respond when anger or anxiety rises. That can mean role-play, step-by-step breathing exercises, or planning how to handle difficult conversations. Amy offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text messaging for flexible care.
Language of practice is English, and her work is based in Virginia. New clients begin by completing a short questionnaire and scheduling a first session.
What Amy works with
Everything Amy lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Amy's practice.
Evidence-based approaches and online care
Amy commonly uses cognitive behavioral techniques that help people spot unhelpful thoughts and change behaviors that keep problems going. This approach is helpful for anxiety, depression, anger, and stress because it breaks issues into small, manageable steps.She also uses mindfulness strategies to teach attention and grounding skills. Mindfulness can reduce reactivity and increase awareness of triggers so a person can pause before reacting. These skills pair well with emotion-regulation work for intense feelings.
Choosing the right mix of methods is a team effort. The therapist will listen to your goals and try different techniques together to see what fits best. Over time the plan is adjusted based on what helps you make steady progress.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy more convenient. Video works well for face-to-face interaction and visual cues. Phone sessions can be easier when you need lower bandwidth or a quick check-in. Chat and text are useful for brief updates, momentary support, or people who prefer writing. These options help fit therapy into work, school, or busy family routines while keeping the focus on practical skills and steady improvement.
Questions people ask about Amy
What concerns does this therapist address?
Amy works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self esteem, and depression. She also focuses on communication problems, mood and personality disorders, self-harm, and young adult issues.
What is the therapy style like?
She uses a client-centered, evidence-based approach that blends practical techniques. Sessions are collaborative and focus on skills you can use between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
Amy has 10 years of clinical experience working in counseling settings. That background includes work with trauma, mood concerns, and family-related problems.
What credentials and location apply?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing from Virginia. The LPC credential appears as provided in her profile.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Therapy is delivered virtually by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Clients can choose the format that fits their schedule and needs.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.