Amy Schold , LCSW

Amy Schold is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Louisiana with more than 20 years of experience supporting people through a wide range of life challenges. As an LCSW she holds a professional license to provide clinical social work services in Louisiana - LA LCSW 14937 - and brings two decades of clinical experience to work with individuals facing mood disorders, relationship struggles, grief, addictions, and the everyday stresses of life.

Amy emphasizes a client-centered way of working that respects each person as an expert on their own life. She integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques to help clients build practical skills, manage symptoms, and prepare for future hurdles. Her approach focuses on fostering self-worth, dignity, and a sense of safety while equipping clients with tools for coping and growth.

Most recently her practice has concentrated on depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and navigating life transitions, though her experience spans trauma and abuse, parenting and family concerns, bipolar and mood disorders, process addictions, ADHD, and other complex presentations. She aims to collaborate with each person to identify goals and strategies that fit their life and needs.

Approaches for Online Therapy and Remote Care

Amy Schold uses several evidence-informed approaches to guide online work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the client’s priorities lead the work, helping with self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical tools for anxiety, depression, and mood regulation. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches specific skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be useful for intense emotions, impulsivity, and relational difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Amy collaborates with each person to explore which strategies fit their goals, preferences, and daily life, adjusting methods as progress unfolds. This collaborative process helps tailor care to what feels most useful and realistic for the individual.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling and fits into varied routines. These options make it easier to connect when travel, work, or family responsibilities make in-person visits difficult, while still allowing licensed professionals and therapists to teach skills, process experiences, and track progress over time.