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Amalia Jones

Amalia Jones, LCSW

Therapist · Tennessee · 11+ years of experience

A steady, practical guide for life transitions

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At a glance

Listed location
Tennessee
Experience
11+ years
Credentials
LCSW
Languages
English
License (Tennessee)
LCSW · No. 8577
License (Oregon)
LCSW · No. L16164
License (Washington)
LICSW · No. LW61665456
NPI
1720797988

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Relationship concerns
  • Aging and caregiver issues

About Amalia

Amalia Jones is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. She works with clients who are coping with trauma, self‑esteem struggles, identity and LGBT concerns, caregiver strain, and midlife or career transitions. Amalia practices in Tennessee and brings 11 years of clinical experience to her work.

She keeps sessions focused and practical, helping people spot patterns and try new ways of coping. Her style is warm and culturally aware, with attention to how background and identity shape problems. She uses clear, evidence‑based tools and talks through options together rather than prescribing a one‑size‑fits‑all plan.

In therapy she helps clients build realistic goals and stepwise plans. That can mean practicing new communication skills, testing different thoughts that feed anxiety or depression, or making small changes to daily routines. Amalia also supports people facing aging and geriatric issues, caregiver stress, and concerns around intimacy and alternative sexual cultures.

Her work draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which she adapts to each person’s situation. She pays attention to the effects of trauma, shame, and dissociation, and offers steady guidance through life changes. Clients can expect a respectful, straightforward approach aimed at practical progress.

Amalia values collaboration and keeps treatment focused on the client’s priorities. She aims to help people leave sessions with clear next steps, coping tools, and a better sense of direction.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

LGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationFamily problemsGuilt and shameInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Experience

11+ years

Credentials

Tennessee, Oregon, Washington

Languages

English

How CBT and practical approaches fit online

Amalia uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts, test them, and try different behaviors. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship concerns because it focuses on small, practical changes that build over time.

She also emphasizes structured skill practice and goal setting. That means sessions often include short exercises, homework between meetings, and clear steps to try in daily life. These methods aim to make progress feel measurable and relevant to everyday problems like caregiving, midlife transitions, or coping with trauma symptoms.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick methods that match their goals, needs, and comfort level. That collaboration includes checking in about what helps and adjusting strategies as progress is made.

The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm which options are available before scheduling. Many clients find online therapy helps fit sessions into busy routines, makes follow‑up easier, and supports steady practice of skills between appointments. Practical benefits include more flexible scheduling, shorter check‑ins when needed, and easier access from different locations, which can help keep work on therapy consistent with daily life.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist help with?

She supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, self‑esteem struggles, caregiver strain, career and life transitions, and related concerns including aging and geriatric issues.

How would you describe the therapeutic approach and style?

The approach is warm, practical, and culturally aware. Sessions focus on clear goals, skill building, and testing new ways of thinking and behaving.

What background and experience does the therapist have?

She has 11 years of clinical experience and draws on evidence‑based methods to help people navigate emotional and life challenges.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Tennessee, with licensure noted in Tennessee and Oregon in the original materials.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are offered?

The original biography does not specify session formats, so confirm the current session options before booking.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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