"With all things of life; the hardest thing to learn, is to unlearn what we think we already know to be true."
I am licensed in New York, Massachusetts, and Oregon with over 12 years of Clinical Psychotherapy work experience. In a supportive non judgmental down-to-earth atmosphere I believe in complete transparency and fully engaging each client to ensure a person centered approach to treatment and goal setting. I specialize in several areas including women's issues, parenting issues, depression, anxiety, emotional distress, trauma, coping and problem solving skills, and those struggling with their day-to-day emotions and stressful situations that impact well being and decision making.
Together I will help you work towards learning self awareness, identify and supportively eliminate negative beliefs that promote self doubt, self devaluing thoughts, behaviors, and fears, all while learning to communicate more openly and effectively, promoting a sense of growth, independence, problem solving, coping skills, resiliency, and an over all healthy wellbeing. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Bipolar disorder, Attachment issues, Codependency, Communication problems, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Jealousy, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Somatization, Trichotillomania, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
OR LCSW L14794
MA LICSW 127062
NY LCSW 085515
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Amy-Jo Hilts. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
I have been working with Amy for quite some time now and I have to say how grateful I am to have found such a great therapist. She listens and reassures me at a time where I have been experiencing a ton of self-doubt and major challenges. I see a light at the end of this dark tunnel and having the ability to schedule time with Amy has made all the difference in my ability to get through this. So very grateful! She is a fantastic person and therapist - I would highly recommend her!!
Written on May 20, 2024 after therapy with Amy-Jo for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Love her!
Written on Apr 22, 2024 after therapy with Amy-Jo for 8 months on issues concerning relationship issues
She listens and understands. She makes me feel like me feelings are valid. I'm seen and heard. She suggests other helpful tools like books or somatic exercises. She's great
Written on Sep 11, 2023 after therapy with Amy-Jo for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, and self esteem
I initially had a session with Amy Jo Hilts over a year ago and her great advice stuck with me for so long that I knew she would be a great resource for me now that I’m struggling again. She was kind enough to see me right away and just like last time, was super helpful. Looking forward to more sessions with her in the future!
Written on Jul 19, 2023 after therapy with Amy-Jo for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
Amy - Jo has been kind, non-judgemental, and understanding. She is patient and offered a good listening ear. She also will explain psychology, and nerd out if you're like me and want to know that sort of thing. ☺️
Written on May 03, 2023 after therapy with Amy-Jo for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief