Amy Romero, LCSW
Compassionate therapist who focuses on practical change
Details
| Name | Amy Romero |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LCSW |
| Based in | New Mexico |
| Licensed in | New Mexico |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 4 |
About Amy
Amy Romero is an LCSW practicing in New Mexico who helps people manage stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, depression, and LGBTQ concerns. She focuses on concrete problems like panic, obsessive thoughts, substance use, body image, and feeling isolated. Her tone is warm and interactive and she emphasizes working together to set realistic goals.
Amy draws on four years of clinical experience in outpatient therapy and substance abuse counseling. She has provided individual care and intensive in-home services, and she has led treatment groups as part of her clinical work.
Background and approach
Her background includes a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in social work with a concentration on children and families. In sessions she listens first and asks questions that help people tell their stories. She uses Client-Centered Therapy to build a trusting connection and Narrative Therapy to help people make sense of life events.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing are used when practical skills or motivation are the focus. Amy keeps sessions straightforward and goal-focused. She helps people identify patterns, try small experiments, and practice new ways of coping.
She aims to reduce shame and increase self-compassion while working toward clear, measurable steps. Her approach balances empathy with concrete tools. Amy invites people to talk about what matters to them and to set the pace of work.
She also offers online options for people who need flexible ways to check in and make steady progress.
What this therapist works with
Her listing names Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, LGBT among the things Amy works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression
- Body image
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Eating and food-related issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in her listing among her approaches.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Amy among the ways she works.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Amy among the ways she works.
- Mindfulness Therapy: Listed by Amy among the ways she works.
- Motivational Interviewing: Listed by Amy among the ways she works.
- Psychodynamic Therapy: Listed by Amy among the ways she works.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Amy among the ways she works.
- Trauma-Focused Therapy: Listed by Amy among the ways she works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Amy directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how she works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Amy directly how she uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
How Narrative and Skill-Based Work Translate Online
Amy often blends Narrative Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy when working with people online. Narrative Therapy focuses on the stories people tell about themselves and helps separate the person from the problem so new perspectives can emerge. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental connection where the client’s goals guide the work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify unhelpful thoughts and test small behavior changes to reduce symptoms like panic or compulsions.Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Amy works collaboratively to figure out which methods match a person’s needs, goals, and preferences. She may use listening and story work at first, then add CBT tools or motivational interviewing to tackle behavior change as goals become clearer.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video suits longer sessions that benefit from face-to-face conversation. Phone calls work well when bandwidth is limited or for easier check-ins. Live chat and text messaging are handy for brief updates, homework check-ins, or when someone prefers not to be on camera. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to fit into busy days while still focusing on steady progress.
Common questions about this listing
What concerns does Amy address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, and LGBTQ related concerns. Additional focuses include body image, communication problems, and panic or obsessive symptoms.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is warm and interactive with an emphasis on listening first. Sessions combine empathy with practical steps and collaborative goal-setting.
What is her clinical background?
Amy holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in social work with a concentration on children and families, and she has four years of clinical experience in outpatient and substance abuse settings.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, licensed in New Mexico and provides services based in that state.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Amy?
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