Online in
PSYPACT states
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
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As a clinical psychologist and trauma expert, I help parents + adults heal from generational trauma and cultivate emotionally healthy families built on connection, peace, and intention. You deserve to show up as the person, partner, and parent you want to be—grounded, whole, and emotionally present.
I work with adults who are ready to heal old wounds, release survival-mode patterns, and create lives that feel balanced and emotionally fulfilling. Together, we focus on helping you prioritize your own wellness, so that you can experience more ease, connection, and joy in every part of your life.
You’ve spent so much of your life holding it all together. You’ve shown up for everyone else while quietly carrying the weight of old patterns, stress, or self-doubt. I’m here to help you heal what’s beneath the surface, so you can experience more ease, confidence, and connection within yourself and in your relationships.
My therapy and parent coaching services are designed to meet you exactly where you are in your journey toward emotional wellness, growth, and freedom. I'm excited to work with you!
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Black / African American clients.
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Eclectic Therapy Draws from different therapeutic methods based on what fits each client best. It is flexible and personalized rather than following one single model.
- Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
- Feminist Therapy Addresses how gender roles, power, and social inequality affect mental health. It empowers clients to challenge limiting beliefs and systems.
- Integrative Therapy Combines techniques from multiple approaches into a customized plan. It adapts to each client’s unique situation and needs.
- Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) A short-term approach focused on improving relationships and social support. It is often used for depression and grief.
- Multicultural Therapy Acknowledges the role of culture, race, and identity in mental health. It values diversity and adapts treatment to each person’s background.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Psychodynamic Therapy Explores unconscious thoughts and patterns that influence current behavior. It builds insight into how the past impacts the present.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
- Relational Psychotherapy Emphasizes the healing power of the therapist-client relationship. It uses trust and safety as a foundation for change.
Approach Description: I’m passionate about helping parents and adults—especially high-achieving women and Black mothers—redefine wellness on their own terms. My work combines clinical expertise with lived experience, offering compassionate, culturally responsive therapy that honors both your resilience and your humanity.
As a psychologist, I understand how challenging it can be to hold everything together while navigating life’s pressures, relationships, and emotional patterns.
Our therapeutic journey will be collaborative — a space where you can slow down, reflect, and explore your experiences without judgment. Together, we’ll uncover what’s beneath the stress, identify patterns that no longer serve you, and develop practical tools for greater emotional balance, self-compassion, and connection.
My approach is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and grounded in both science and connection. I integrate attachment theory, psychodynamic insight, and cognitive-behavioral strategies to create a personalized therapy experience — one that honors your unique story and helps you move toward healing, peace, and authenticity.
Education & Credentials
Dr. Amber Thornton PsyD
- Female
- License # PSY1001399
- Licensed in Washington, DC
- PSYPACT Mobility # 19437
- Practicing Since 2015
Education: Bachelor's of Science, Psychologist (2009)- The Ohio State University
Doctorate of Clinical Psychology (2014)- Wright State University School of Professional Psychology
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee Individual ($250), Family/Couples ($300)
- Out of Network
- I am an out-of-network provider and will happily provide you with a monthly superbill to submit to your insurance company for out-of-network reimbursements.
Dr. Amber Thornton Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of PSYPACT states Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
I specialize in helping adults, parents, and professionals work through life’s emotional challenges — from trauma and anxiety to the everyday stress of balancing it all — so you can find clarity, confidence, and peace within yourself and your relationships. I provide virtual therapy for adults and parents in 40+ PSYPACT states — so no matter where you are, you can access care that’s grounded in connection, authenticity, and growth.
Additional specialities include:
TRAUMA & PTSD
RELATIONSHIP & FAMILY CHALLENGES
SELF-ESTEEM & IDENTITY
WOMEN’S MENTAL HEALTH (INCLUDING PREGNANCY, PRENATAL, & POSTPARTUM)
DEPRESSION & ANXIETY
LIFE TRANSITIONS & ADJUSTMENT CONCERNS
GRIEF & LOSS
COPING SKILLS & STRESS MANAGEMENT
STRESS & BURNOUT
EMOTIONAL REGULATION
PARENTING & CYCLE-BREAKING
BOUNDARIES & PEOPLE-PLEASING RECOVERY