Amber Clay , LPC

Amber Clay is a licensed professional counselor in West Virginia with six years of experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting challenges, low self-esteem, addiction concerns, LGBTQ issues, relationship strain, and other life changes. Her approach is straightforward and focused on practical steps people can use right away.

She creates an open space where thoughts and feelings can be talked about without judgment. Sessions aim to build skills and clarify goals so clients feel more capable between meetings. Amber emphasizes empowerment and steady progress rather than quick fixes.

Clinically, she draws on methods like cognitive behavioral therapy to examine unhelpful thinking patterns. She also uses dialectical behavior therapy skills and mindfulness techniques to help people manage intense emotions and stay present. Motivational interviewing and narrative therapy are part of her toolbox for increasing motivation and making sense of personal stories.

Amber has worked with a range of concerns related to family problems, grief, intimacy, anger, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and issues like abandonment, dissociation, or domestic violence. She focuses on helping individuals build routines, improve communication, and regain a sense of control after difficult experiences.

Sessions may include goal-setting, skill practice, and short-term homework to reinforce what was learned. Amber describes the therapy process as collaborative: she listens first, then helps shape a plan that matches each person’s needs and pace.

Approach and online therapy options that fit your life

Amber uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people spot and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, with clear steps you can practice between sessions to reduce anxiety and low mood. She also draws on dialectical behavior therapy skills to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and better interpersonal effectiveness for high-intensity feelings.

Finding the right approach is a team effort. Amber works with each person to decide which methods feel most useful based on goals, symptoms, and personal preferences. She adjusts pacing and tools as the work progresses so therapy stays practical and relevant.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video lets you work face-to-face when you want deeper conversation. Phone can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or for a shorter check-in. Live chat and text messaging are useful for quick updates, ongoing coaching, or when typing feels easier than talking. These options make it simpler to fit therapy into a busy schedule and keep momentum between appointments.