Amy FitzGerald, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker focused on mindful healing
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- Parenting and relationships
About Amy FitzGerald
Amy FitzGerald is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in North Carolina with 14 years of clinical experience. She holds a Master of Social Work from North Carolina State University and has pursued advanced certifications and extensive study in yoga and meditation, including trauma-informed yoga, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, and Integrative Restoration iRest.
Her clinical practice has focused on diverse populations, with particular experience supporting adoptive and birth parents, adoptees, youth at risk, and adolescents and adults facing rigorous academic or career demands. People seek her care for many reasons, such as building a more balanced and fulfilling life, improving relationships, or finding relief from grief, loss, or trauma.
FitzGerald employs a client-centered and goal-oriented approach, meeting each person where they are and recognizing the individual as the expert on their own experience. She combines talk-based work with somatic techniques and draws from several therapeutic frameworks, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness practices, to create individualized treatment plans that reflect a person’s needs, comfort level, and values.
She appreciates the time people take to learn about her approach and the steps they make toward seeking support.
Her clinical practice has focused on diverse populations, with particular experience supporting adoptive and birth parents, adoptees, youth at risk, and adolescents and adults facing rigorous academic or career demands. People seek her care for many reasons, such as building a more balanced and fulfilling life, improving relationships, or finding relief from grief, loss, or trauma.
FitzGerald employs a client-centered and goal-oriented approach, meeting each person where they are and recognizing the individual as the expert on their own experience. She combines talk-based work with somatic techniques and draws from several therapeutic frameworks, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness practices, to create individualized treatment plans that reflect a person’s needs, comfort level, and values.
She appreciates the time people take to learn about her approach and the steps they make toward seeking support.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityControl issuesDissociationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSomatizationWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Amy FitzGerald have?
Amy FitzGerald has 14 years of experience.
Is Amy FitzGerald a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). License details: NC LCSW C012547.
In which languages does Amy FitzGerald provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Amy FitzGerald located?
She is located in North Carolina.
How can I work with Amy FitzGerald as my therapist?
You can work with Amy FitzGerald through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Amy FitzGerald work with international clients?
Yes, Amy FitzGerald works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Amy FitzGerald cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to clarify their values and take committed steps toward a meaningful life even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. It is useful for addressing anxiety, stress, and ongoing challenges that interfere with valued living. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-moment awareness and nonjudgmental attention to thoughts and bodily sensations, which can support stress reduction, emotion regulation, and recovery from trauma.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Amy FitzGerald collaborates with clients to explore techniques that match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting methods over time so therapy feels practical and relevant. This collaborative stance helps tailor sessions to each person’s pace and values.
Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, manage caregiving or work commitments, and access care from different locations. Licensed professionals can adapt these formats to deliver meaningful therapeutic work while accommodating practical needs and preferences.