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Amber Waddleton

Amber Waddleton

LPCC

Therapist · Kentucky · 6+ years of experience

Calm, practical support for strong emotions

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  • Focus on anger
  • Evidence-based techniques
  • Clinical leadership

About Amber

Amber Waddleton is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) who helps people facing anger, addictions, trauma, low self-esteem, and compassion fatigue. She brings direct, practical support and a steady presence to conversations about difficult moments. Her style is straightforward and calm, with an emphasis on clear steps clients can try between sessions.

As a clinical director she has led teams and overseen clinical services, which informs how she organizes care and coordinates progress. She draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms and daily challenges without jargon. Sessions tend to focus on identifying patterns, learning new coping skills, and practicing small changes that add up over time.

Amber aims to create a supportive environment where people can speak openly and try new responses to old problems. She pays attention to both immediate needs and longer-term goals, helping people manage setbacks and build resilience. The work is collaborative and paced to each person’s needs.

Her background supervising clinical services gives her familiarity with varied presentations and practical treatment planning. That experience supports clear communication about treatment options and realistic next steps. People who choose her often appreciate a therapist who balances clinical oversight with a grounded, approachable manner.

Sessions are conducted in English and organized from Kentucky. Prospective clients start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire, then schedule according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Experience

6+ years

Credentials

Kentucky

Languages

English

How evidence-based methods translate to online care

Amber uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions in clear, practical ways. One common approach focuses on skill-building for managing strong emotions and anger, teaching techniques to notice triggers and try different responses when emotions rise. Another approach centers on trauma-informed strategies to help people process distressing experiences at a pace that feels manageable, pairing safety checks with stepwise processing.

Finding the right method is part of the work together. Amber treats this as a collaborative process, asking about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. She adjusts techniques over time so the plan fits each person’s needs and life circumstances.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats available before booking since current options are not specified here. Online care can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when that suits a schedule. It can also help people attend sessions from quieter surroundings or choose a phone visit when less bandwidth is needed. A licensed professional will discuss which format best supports the work and practical scheduling for ongoing care.

At a glance

Listed location
Kentucky
Experience
6+ years
Credentials
LPCC
Languages
English
License (Kentucky)
LPCC · No. 301599
NPI
1992448914

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Amber help with?

She works with people struggling with anger, addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and compassion fatigue.

What is her approach in sessions?

She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and practical skill-building. Sessions focus on identifying patterns and trying concrete steps between meetings.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has six years of professional experience and has served in clinical leadership roles overseeing services.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, listed as KY LPCC, and practices from Kentucky.

In which languages can sessions be held?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the U.S. work with her?

She is not currently accepting international clients.

How does billing and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin therapy with her?

Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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