Amy Klein, LMSW, LICSW
Compassionate therapist blending mindfulness and evidence-based care
- Mindfulness-informed care
- Evidence-based techniques
- Collaborative treatment planning
About Amy Klein
Amy Klein brings a blend of professional training, lived experience, and a deep commitment to supporting people through life’s challenges. She has practiced as a therapist for 14 years and has worked in the field of social work since leaving high school, developing skill in individual, family, and group therapy across diverse settings. Her clinical work has included in-home family therapy, work with youth-at-risk, and roles in tribal health, correctional settings, rural schools, and medical clinic environments.
Amy draws on multiple influences when working with clients, combining evidence-based strategies with mindfulness, movement, and storytelling. She integrates tools from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and client-centered approaches alongside practices such as yoga and Reiki. Her credentials include LMSW and LICSW - Licensed Master Social Worker and Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - reflecting graduate-level social work training and advanced clinical licensure.
Raised in a family touched by mental illness and addiction, Amy’s personal history informs a compassionate, nonjudgmental stance that aims to help people reconnect with an inner compass for meaning and resilience. She favors practical skills - mindfulness, CBT techniques, breathwork, creative expression, and humor - to help clients navigate stress, trauma, relationship challenges, mood concerns, and life transitions.
Based in Michigan and accepting clients including those internationally, Amy balances therapeutic practice with teaching yoga, Reiki work, and time spent in nature near Lake Michigan. She prioritizes emotional safety, curiosity, and collaboration when supporting individuals and families toward clearer direction and greater wellbeing.
Amy draws on multiple influences when working with clients, combining evidence-based strategies with mindfulness, movement, and storytelling. She integrates tools from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and client-centered approaches alongside practices such as yoga and Reiki. Her credentials include LMSW and LICSW - Licensed Master Social Worker and Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - reflecting graduate-level social work training and advanced clinical licensure.
Raised in a family touched by mental illness and addiction, Amy’s personal history informs a compassionate, nonjudgmental stance that aims to help people reconnect with an inner compass for meaning and resilience. She favors practical skills - mindfulness, CBT techniques, breathwork, creative expression, and humor - to help clients navigate stress, trauma, relationship challenges, mood concerns, and life transitions.
Based in Michigan and accepting clients including those internationally, Amy balances therapeutic practice with teaching yoga, Reiki work, and time spent in nature near Lake Michigan. She prioritizes emotional safety, curiosity, and collaboration when supporting individuals and families toward clearer direction and greater wellbeing.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
GriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Amy Klein have?
Amy Klein has 14 years of experience providing therapy in individual, family, and group settings.
Is Amy Klein a licensed therapist?
Yes. Amy Klein holds LMSW and LICSW credentials. LMSW stands for Licensed Master Social Worker and LICSW stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. Her license details are MI LMSW 6801089595 and WA LICSW LW 61543809.
In which languages does Amy Klein provide therapy?
Amy Klein provides therapy in English.
Where is Amy Klein located?
Amy Klein is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Amy Klein as my therapist?
You can work with Amy Klein through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Amy Klein work with international clients?
Yes. Amy Klein accepts international clients.
How much does therapy with Amy Klein cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Amy Klein
Amy Klein draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as a client-centered stance to support people in online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and learning practical skills to live more intentionally despite uncomfortable thoughts or feelings - it is useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavioral patterns through concrete exercises and skill-building - it is commonly used for depression, anxiety, and mood regulation. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration, creating a space where the client’s goals and preferences guide the work.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Amy works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan over time as progress and priorities evolve.
Online therapy with Amy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which increases flexibility for scheduling and makes ongoing care more accessible regardless of geography. These options allow clients to receive consistent support while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities, and they enable Amy to tailor session format to what works best for each individual.