- Warm collaborative style
- Evidence informed approaches
- Works with teens and adults
About Amy
Amy Romero is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in New Mexico who helps people manage stress, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, and substance concerns. She brings a warm, interactive approach and aims to create a respectful space where clients can talk about difficult feelings without judgment.
Her background includes providing outpatient therapy, intensive in-home work for at-risk youth, and substance abuse counseling. Amy’s experience spans work with individuals, teenagers, and families, and she has practiced both online and in person. She holds a master's degree in social work with a concentration on children and families and a bachelor's degree in psychology.
Amy uses several therapy methods to match each person’s needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person’s own goals and pace. Mindfulness practices teach ways to calm the body and notice thoughts without getting swept up by them.
She also brings motivational interviewing and narrative ideas into sessions to support change and reframe difficult stories. Amy describes her style as compassionate and collaborative, working with clients to set clear, achievable goals. She generally checks messages multiple times a day and aims to respond promptly while balancing other responsibilities.
For parents worried about younger children, note she does not see children under age 14. To begin, readers are invited to use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
How therapeutic approaches guide online care
Amy commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy when working online. CBT helps people identify patterns of thought and behavior that fuel anxiety and panic, then practice small experiments to change them. Client-Centered Therapy centers on the person’s goals and pace, with the therapist listening closely and reflecting what matters most to the client.She also uses Mindfulness Therapy to teach simple skills for calming the body and staying grounded when panic feels overwhelming. Mindfulness exercises can help people notice sensations and thoughts without immediately reacting, which is useful for anxiety and stress management.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Amy will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adjusts techniques over time based on what helps most, keeping the plan practical and focused on small, achievable steps.
Session formats are not specified in this profile, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy days, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter or more frequent check-ins when needed. It also lets people practice techniques in the settings where they live and work, making skills learned in sessions more immediately useful.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
New Mexico
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Amy commonly help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, substance use, trauma, and related issues like body image and isolation.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is warm and interactive. She focuses on respect, sensitivity, and collaboration to set realistic goals.
What experience does she bring?
Amy has four years of clinical experience delivering outpatient therapy, intensive in-home services for at-risk youth, and substance abuse counseling.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in New Mexico.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can she work with international clients?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.