
Amy Elam
Michigan CBT therapist with 30 years' experience
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Michigan CBT therapist with 30 years' experience
Start with Amy ElamLicensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime
Amy Elam is a Michigan-licensed therapist with 30 years of professional experience who specializes in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). She holds an MI LMSW - Michigan Licensed Master Social Worker, license number 6801089716.
She works as a school social worker with middle school students and, in private practice, focuses on teenagers and college-aged clients. Her clinical experience includes helping people manage stress and anxiety, address relationship concerns, build motivation, improve self-esteem and confidence, cope with depression, and navigate life changes.
She is a female therapist with knowledge of the special education process and evaluation. Amy approaches care with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she tailors conversations and treatment plans to each person’s unique needs.
She recognizes that beginning therapy often requires courage and she supports clients who take that first step toward seeking help.
Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.
A key benefit is flexibility - individuals can connect in the way that feels most comfortable, whether by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This variety of options makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule.
Licensed professionals provide these services, and clients have the option to switch therapists if they feel a different fit would be better. Online therapy can be a practical and effective way to access support for many everyday mental health concerns.