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Amber Kissner

Therapist · Texas

Amber Kissner

LCSW

Compassionate care for addiction and trauma recovery

  • 5 years' experience
  • Based in Texas
  • Sessions online
  • Speaks English
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  • Addictions support
  • Trauma recovery
  • Self esteem work

About Amber

Amber Kissner is a licensed clinical social worker in Texas who helps people facing addictions, LGBT concerns, trauma and abuse, anger, and low self-esteem. She brings five years of clinical experience to conversations about anxiety, depression, and motivation. Amber emphasizes practical steps and steady support for people who want a different way forward.

She starts by listening to each person’s story and recognizing their strengths. Amber views clients as the experts on their lives and helps them build on what already works. Sessions focus on clear goals, small changes, and skills that can be used between meetings.

Her approach is straightforward and collaborative. Amber uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts her style to what each person needs in the moment. She prioritizes safety, respect, and realistic planning during difficult times.

In addition to core concerns, she addresses issues like abandonment, adoption and foster care matters, aging and geriatric concerns, body image, chronic pain and illness, codependency, communication problems, control issues, domestic violence, and drug and alcohol addiction. She also helps with feelings of emptiness, family conflict, forgiveness, and guilt or shame.

People who meet with Amber can expect a practical focus on problem solving and coping skills. Her work aims to reduce overwhelming feelings and increase day-to-day functioning. To get started, readers should follow the site’s process to match with her and schedule a first session.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteem

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMulticultural concernsPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

Texas

Languages

English

How Amber Uses Evidence-Based Techniques Online

Amber works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address trauma, addictions, and mood concerns. One common approach focuses on building coping skills and practical strategies to manage cravings, overwhelming emotions, or panic. This approach teaches step-by-step tools people can practice between sessions to notice triggers and change responses.

Another approach emphasizes processing traumatic experiences and reducing their hold on daily life. This work helps people make sense of painful events, reduce reactivity, and restore a sense of safety and control. Both approaches are goal-oriented and tailored to what each person needs in the moment.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Amber collaborates with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, preferences, and day-to-day life. She adjusts pace and techniques over time to match progress and changing needs.

Confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Online therapy can make sessions easier to fit into a busy schedule and reduce travel time. It also lets people keep appointments during work breaks or on days when heading out is difficult. Talk with Amber during the matching process to learn which session arrangements will work best for practical needs and comfort.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Amber commonly address?

She helps people with addictions, LGBT concerns, trauma and abuse, anger, and self-esteem issues, and also works with anxiety and depression.

How would you describe her style in sessions?

Her style is collaborative and practical, focusing on listening, setting goals, and teaching skills people can use between sessions.

What is her professional background?

Amber is a licensed clinical social worker with five years of clinical experience supporting people through addiction, trauma, and mood concerns.

Where is she licensed and practicing?

She holds a Texas LCSW and practices in Texas.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she work with international clients?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

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

How do I begin working with her?

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

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