Amy Klein

Amy Klein, LMSW, LICSW, brings 14 years of clinical experience to her practice and centers her work on helping people manage anger, stress, anxiety, and life transitions. She combines practical skills with quieter, reflective practices to help people notice patterns and try different responses. Her approach aims to make emotional shifts feel doable rather than overwhelming.

Amy started in social work right after high school and earned a Bachelor of Social Work from Wayne State University. After a VISTA placement at a YWCA near Detroit she provided in-home services for parents involved with child protective services. She later served in the Peace Corps in Kingston, Jamaica as a youth-at-risk volunteer.

After returning to the U.S. she completed a Master of Social Work at Western Michigan University and has since worked in diverse settings. Her background includes work with a Native tribe, a medium-security prison, rural schools, and a medical clinic. These roles informed the flexible mix of approaches she uses in sessions.

Amy blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, cognitive behavioral tools, mindfulness practices, and client-centered listening in a straightforward way. She also weaves storytelling, yoga, and elements of Jungian thought into sessions when helpful. This mix is intended to help people connect with what she calls their inner compass and make steady changes.

She lives near Lake Michigan, spends time in nature, and teaches yoga. Her life and family experiences have shaped a practice that values emotional honesty, steady support, and practical steps toward feeling more in control.

How selected approaches guide online work

Amy draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in practical ways. ACT focuses on clarifying values and taking small committed actions even when emotions are strong; it is useful for anger, stress, and life changes. CBT looks at connections between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches experiments and skills to shift unhelpful patterns.

She also uses client-centered listening to create a steady, nonjudgmental space. That approach emphasizes empathy and following what matters to the person in front of her. Choosing which approach to emphasize is a collaborative process that unfolds in early sessions based on your goals and preferences.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the available session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Many people find online work helps fit therapy into a busy life by reducing travel time and allowing sessions during a lunch break or between errands. Online work can make it easier to practice between sessions and bring real-life moments into conversation. Licensed professionals, including therapists with ACT and CBT backgrounds, can adapt these methods to an online setting and will help you decide the best mix for your needs.