Amy Morgan, Clinical Social Worker in Chicago, 60615

Amy Morgan, MEd, MS, LCSW

Profession(s):
Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, Counseling
License Status:
I'm a licensed professional.
Primary License:
LCSW - 149013137

My Approach to Helping

I support people as they work through life transitions, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, difficult relationships, and stress that feels unmanageable. Feeling stuck in one way or another can prevent us from living the life we envision for ourselves. Therapy is one way to move past feeling stuck and toward feeling understood and able to navigate difficult areas of life.

I believe that therapy is a time to explore and to heal. It is a time to explore old ways of functioning that no longer serve one's best interest and a time to heal areas of life that need attention and care. Ultimately, therapy is a time to appreciate and celebrate strengths, to create meaning for our lives, and to gain clarity. Making the decision to pursue therapy can be difficult and following through is often more challenging. However, taking these steps can be empowering in that support and new possibilities are close at hand. I work hard to understand my clients' lives and what is important to them. I create a therapeutic environment that is collaborative, thought provoking, and insightful. Together, we can work toward your personalized treatment goals and toward creating an increased sense of self-awareness as you move forward in life.

I specialize in assisting clients with a range of issues including life transitions, depression, grief and loss, family relations/dynamics, self-esteem, anxiety, trauma and relationship difficulties. I work with children, teens, adults, and couples.

My View on the Purpose of Psychotherapy

The purpose of psychotherapy is to receive support and guidance in areas of your life that need care and attention. What is holding you back from envisioning and creating the life that you want and deserve? In what areas or relationships do you feel stuck? Quite often, talking with a therapist can help to alleviate the difficulties you are facing and can offer positive tools so that moving forward feels good again.

What I Love about Being a Psychotherapist

I love getting to know people and their lives and understanding their stories. I care about my clients and what is important to them. I am constantly amazed by the strength clients demonstrate in the face of great difficulty and stress. It is always inspiring to greet this human spirit and to be witness to the positivity and strength it possesses.