Meet Amalia
My path to becoming a therapist was shaped by my own experience in therapy. I saw firsthand how a meaningful therapeutic relationship can create lasting change, and that experience inspired me to change careers and create a practice that reflected the kind of therapist I wanted to be. My personal experience didn’t just lead me into therapy—it shaped the kind of therapist I wanted to become.
As a young person, I discovered yoga during a challenging time in my life. It offered more than symptom relief; it gave me community, connection, and a way to slow down and turn inward. Experiencing the intersection of therapy and contemplative practice shaped my understanding of healing as something that can happen on many levels—through practical skills, emotional awareness, connection with the body, self-understanding, and a deeper sense of meaning.
That perspective continues to shape how I work with clients. I’m drawn to helping people understand themselves more deeply, navigate difficult emotions and patterns, and reconnect with what matters most to them. I believe growth doesn’t require becoming someone new; it can mean developing the awareness, skills, and self-compassion to move through life with greater intention and connection.
When I discovered DBT, the approach felt like a natural fit. Its foundation in mindfulness and integration of practical skills with Eastern contemplative traditions resonated deeply with me. I appreciate the way DBT brings reflection and action together—creating space for deeper self-awareness while offering practical tools for meaningful change.
Therapy with me is warm, collaborative, and grounded in genuine connection. I strive to create a space where you can show up as your authentic self and feel supported as we explore what’s bringing you here. I’ll offer compassion and encouragement while also gently challenging you when it can help you move toward the changes you want to make. Together, we’ll make space for both what feels difficult and what’s going well, building on your strengths as we work toward greater self-understanding, connection, and confidence in navigating whatever comes next.
Education & Credentials
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and hold a Master of Social Work (MSW) from New York University, with a concentration in clinical work with individuals and families. During my training, I provided mental health support through school-based Youth and Family Services.
Education
My experience spans community and outpatient behavioral health settings, as well as group practice, where I’ve supported adolescents and adults through a range of challenges. I have provided trauma-informed and crisis care, with a focus on creating a supportive space where clients can feel understood, build practical skills, and work toward meaningful change.
Clinical Experience
Certifications
My clinical approach is anchored in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and enriched by advanced training in trauma-focused and mindfulness-based modalities. I also bring a holistic lens as a Kripalu-certified yoga teacher and Level II Reiki practitioner.
Additional Training & Certifications:
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy(DBT)
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Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(TF-CBT)
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Pain Reprocessing Therapy(PRT)
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Assessing & Managing Suicide Risk(AMSR)
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Mindful Self-Compassion(MSC)
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Kripalu-Certified Yoga Teacher
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Reiki, Level II
Framework for support
My practice brings together the practical structure of DBT with a thoughtful, contemplative, and holistic lens to support your whole self. DBT provides a framework for building concrete skills, while our work together creates space to slow down, deepen self-understanding, and explore the emotional and somatic experiences beneath the patterns you’re noticing.
Sessions often include checking in on what’s been challenging, noticing how your thoughts, emotions, and body are responding, and identifying patterns that may be keeping you stuck. Together, we’ll practice practical tools, experiment with new ways of responding, and explore what feels most supportive for you.
Over time, this framework can help you develop greater emotional awareness, navigate stress and relationships with more flexibility, and make meaningful changes that extend beyond the therapy room. The goal isn’t simply to manage what feels difficult, but to build lasting, values-based skills that help you move through life with greater intention, stability, and ease.
Together, we’ll focus on three areas that support meaningful, sustainable change:
skills
awareness
growth