Therapist profile
Amy Bragg, LPC
West Virginia
Licensed Professional Counselor - Trauma and Anger
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- CredentialsLPC
- LicenseLPC, West Virginia / 2493
- NPI1922595495
- Experience5 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationWest Virginia
About
About Amy
Amy Bragg is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in West Virginia with five years of experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, anger, relationship and parenting concerns, and related issues such as grief and compassion fatigue.
She has spent much of her time helping victims of violence, loss, and trauma. Amy also supports people facing postpartum depression, seasonal affective disorder, sexual assault and abuse, domestic violence effects, and the challenges young adults and women may face. Her stated focus includes ADHD and LGBT concerns as well.
Amy uses a practical, interactive approach in sessions. She draws on cognitive-behavioral ideas and mindfulness techniques to help people notice unhelpful patterns and try different responses. Trauma-focused methods are part of her work with people who have experienced violence or abuse.
Sessions tend to be problem-focused and collaborative. She works with clients to build a treatment plan tied to clear goals and concrete steps. Conversations move toward strategies that can be used in everyday situations, like handling flashbacks, managing overwhelm, or reducing angry outbursts.
Her style aims to be responsive and engaged. People who want a straightforward, hands-on way to address trauma, mood, or anger concerns may find her approach fits their needs.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Amy commonly uses cognitive-behavioral therapy and trauma-focused therapy in her practice. Cognitive-behavioral therapy looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and managing anger responses. Trauma-focused therapy centers on processing experiences of violence or abuse and reducing the ways those memories disrupt daily life.She also incorporates mindfulness techniques to help people notice bodily signals and emotional triggers. Mindfulness practices can support emotional regulation and reduce reactivity in tense moments. The therapist will work together with each person to identify which combination of these methods fits their goals and preferences.
The biography does not specify particular online formats, so confirm available session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. The therapist and client will decide collaboratively which methods and session arrangements best suit the client's needs and day-to-day routine.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
West Virginia
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger-related concerns does she address?
She works with anger alongside stress, anxiety, trauma, relationship strain, and parenting challenges. Anger is treated as one part of broader emotional and behavioral concerns.
How would she approach anger in sessions?
Her approach is interactive and problem solving. She uses cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness strategies and applies trauma-focused methods when trauma is involved.
What is her clinical experience background?
She has five years of clinical experience and has worked primarily with victims of violence, loss, and trauma. She also supports people with depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She holds the LPC credential and practices in West Virginia under the WV LPC designation.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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