- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
About Amy
Amy Powers is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in South Carolina with 17 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, parenting strain, grief, trauma and abuse, and other mood or behavioral challenges. She lists social anxiety and phobia among the areas she addresses.
Amy uses straightforward, practical methods in sessions. She relies heavily on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) alongside client-centered and mindfulness approaches. Sessions often focus on identifying unhelpful thinking, building coping skills, and practicing small changes that make daily life easier.
Her background includes long-term clinical work with a wide range of concerns, from mood disorders and bipolar conditions to obsessive-compulsive patterns, panic attacks, and post-traumatic stress. She also supports people dealing with attachment issues, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, and communication or control problems.
Amy describes her style as direct and respectful. She aims to balance clear, goal-focused work with a nonjudgmental presence. That means setting concrete steps, tracking progress, and adjusting plans when something isn’t working.
Many sessions focus on practical tools - thought records, behavioral experiments, mindfulness exercises, and problem-solving techniques. Amy also uses solution-focused strategies to identify immediate actions that can reduce strain or improve relationships.
People who come for help can expect collaboration about what to try and how to measure results. If someone wants to begin, the usual next steps are a short questionnaire and scheduling a first session through the site.
How CBT, Client-Centered Work and DBT Translate Online
Amy commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy, which looks at how thoughts and actions affect mood and behavior and uses practical exercises to test different ways of thinking. CBT is useful for anxiety, panic symptoms, obsessive thoughts, and everyday stressors.She also draws on client-centered therapy, which focuses on listening carefully and building a collaborative relationship so clients can set the pace and goals. That approach helps when someone needs space to talk through difficult feelings and decide what matters most.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills are used when emotion regulation and distress tolerance feel needed; these are concrete tools for handling intense moments and improving communication. Together these methods give both short-term steps and longer-term coping skills.
Choosing the right approach happens together. The therapist will discuss goals, test out techniques, and adjust based on what feels most helpful. That collaborative process helps prioritize which strategies to use first.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, reduce travel time, and support regular check-ins or brief skill-practice between meetings. Some people find audio-only sessions require less bandwidth and are easier on busy days, while video sessions allow for demonstrations and visual handouts. Ask about the available formats when you complete the matching questionnaire so the session style matches everyday needs.
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Experience
17+ years
Listed in
South Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
Amy works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting issues, trauma and grief, and related mood or behavioral difficulties.
What kind of therapy style should I expect?
She uses a direct, respectful approach that emphasizes practical skills and clear goals. Sessions blend CBT, client-centered listening, and mindfulness exercises.
How much experience does she have?
She has 17 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of concerns including mood disorders, panic, OCD patterns, and post-traumatic stress.
What credential does she hold and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) holding a South Carolina LPC and practices in South Carolina.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are session costs handled?
Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.