Therapist in Rocky River, Ohio Amy Carlson, Therapist

Amy Carlson, LISW-S, is dedicated to helping individuals find clarity, resilience, and meaningful change through compassionate, evidence-based care. Practicing at LifeStance Health in Ohio, Amy provides individual therapy for adults and seniors, offering a supportive, nonjudgmental space for clients navigating life’s challenges. She works collaboratively with each person to develop personalized treatment plans that reflect their unique needs, strengths, and goals.

Amy specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), as well as mood disorders such as bipolar disorder. Her clinical approach draws from proven therapeutic models, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Amy helps clients develop practical tools to manage distress, improve emotional regulation, and foster greater self-awareness. She is particularly skilled in addressing life transitions, whether related to midlife, career shifts, grief, or later-life adjustments, providing steady support through times of uncertainty.

In addition to her broad expertise, Amy is passionate about supporting individuals facing postpartum depression and anxiety. She understands the complex emotional experience of new motherhood and the importance of early intervention to help women feel empowered and connected. Amy also values creating an affirming space for LGBTQ+ individuals, first responders, and those from adoption and foster care backgrounds, recognizing the specific challenges these communities may encounter in accessing mental health care.

Outside of her practice, Amy enjoys traveling, relaxing along the Lake Erie shoreline, and cherishing time with her family.