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Amber McKinney, LMHC, LCP
Telehealth Appointments Only
*Accepts Wellmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Aetna*
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Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or not like yourself lately?

Therapy can be a place to exhale and get your footing back. Amber McKinney offers a warm, steady, no-judgment space where you can feel understood and build practical tools for real-life change—especially during tender seasons like pregnancy and postpartum.

Amber is an experienced and empathetic mental health professional with a demonstrated track record of working with diverse clientele. She meets clients where they are and collaborates with you to create a treatment plan that focuses on what you want to see different in your life—not a one-size-fits-all checklist.

​Top Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
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Additional Expertise

Grief and loss (including losses beyond the death of a loved one—such as a job, role, relationship, or season of life)
Trauma and PTSD
Mood disorders
Relationship issues
Marital and premarital
Thinking disorders
Approach
Amber uses evidence-based therapy approaches including:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

In plain language: you’ll work on understanding patterns, learning coping skills that hold up under stress, and reconnecting with what matters to you—so you can move forward with more clarity and confidence.

You may be a good fit it you:
  • Are stuck in anxious spirals, overthinking, panic, or constant “what-ifs”
  • Feel down, numb, irritable, or disconnected from yourself
  • Are navigating pregnancy/postpartum emotions, identity shifts, or intrusive thoughts
  • Are recovering from a painful experience or major life change
  • Carry any kind of loss and wanting support to rebuild
 Ready for support that feels steady and practical? Book a session with Amber to start feeling more grounded—and more like yourself again.

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