Therapist profile
Amy Gatch, LCSW, LISW-CP
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Family and parenting
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- CBT methods
- Solution-Focused work
- Parenting support
About Amy
Amy Gatch is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Independent Social Worker-Clinical Practice (LISW-CP) with 16 years of experience. She practices in South Carolina and focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, parenting, and related life changes.
She helps people who are coping with depression, grief, anger, or low self-esteem. She also supports adults managing ADHD, intimacy-related issues, family conflict, and communication problems. Additional work has included autism and Asperger Syndrome, intellectual disability, caregiver stress, impulsivity, and issues common to young adults.
In sessions she uses clear, practical methods from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy. That means talking through current worries, testing small changes, and focusing on steps that can make life easier. Sessions typically include setting realistic goals and reviewing what’s working and what needs to change.
Her background includes work in both school and clinical settings. That experience informs a direct, problem-solving approach that pays attention to family dynamics and everyday routines. She trained in psychology, sociology, and social work and has lived in the Carolinas for many years.
People come to her when routine stress feels too heavy or when parenting and family roles create strain. Expect straightforward conversation, practical tools, and regular check-ins on progress. The aim is to help people manage challenges and get back to the parts of life they want to enjoy.
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How her approaches translate to online work
Amy commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy. CBT looks at how thoughts and behaviors interact and tests small changes to reduce anxiety or depressive symptoms. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on immediate goals and practical steps, which can help with parenting challenges and relationship strains.Finding the right approach is collaborative. She will help identify which method or mix of methods fits the concerns, goals, and preferences a person brings. That process begins with a clear discussion of current struggles and realistic targets for change.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, since specific formats are not listed in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find it helpful for reviewing strategies between sessions and practicing communication or parenting skills in real life, then talking through what worked and what to adjust.
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
North Carolina, South Carolina
Languages
English
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What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, parenting challenges, depression, grief, anger, self-esteem, ADHD, and related family issues.
How would she approach my concerns in sessions?
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy to identify patterns, set concrete goals, and try practical changes that fit daily life.
How much experience does she have?
She has 16 years of clinical experience working in school and clinical settings, including work with young adults and caregiver issues.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She holds LCSW and LISW-CP credentials and practices in South Carolina.
Does she work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are used.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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