- Values-based work
- Skills for stress
- Practical plans
About Amelia
Amelia (Markert) Shaw is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Virginia who focuses on helping people navigate stress, relationship strains, and life transitions. She meets people where they are and aims to build a practical plan for change. Amelia describes herself as approachable and ready to help clients begin working toward clearer goals and better daily functioning.
Her work often centers on everyday challenges like anxiety, depression, grief, and coping with major life shifts. She also supports people dealing with trauma, addiction concerns, codependency, ADHD, and intimacy-related issues. Amelia uses a down-to-earth style to help clients notice patterns and try new ways of responding.
In sessions she emphasizes understanding how thoughts affect feelings and behavior. She introduces strategies to manage stress, improve communication, and cope with difficult emotions. The aim is to uncover fresh perspectives and practical steps that fit into busy lives.
Amelia draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy. These methods guide conversations and exercises that focus on values, skills, and emotional connection.
With 12 years of experience, she brings steady clinical practice to each appointment. People who choose to work with her can expect an engaged, empathetic clinician who helps set clear intentions for growth and change.
To begin, readers are encouraged to reflect on what matters most to them and consider whether a few focused sessions might help them move forward. Amelia aims to support each person through practical steps and honest conversation.
Therapeutic tools that translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people clarify what matters to them and take actions that align with those values. It often includes mindfulness exercises and small behavioral steps to reduce avoidance and increase meaningful activity. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) involves identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them through real-life experiments, which can reduce anxiety and change behavior. Both approaches are useful for stress, anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't worked before. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as needed based on progress and feedback.
Confirm the therapist's current session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, shorten check-ins when time is tight, and avoid travel time. It also allows people to try therapy from a quieter location, use fewer technology resources when needed, or schedule sessions that better match work and family demands. Licensed professionals can guide clients on which approach and setup will best support their goals.
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Experience
12+ years
Credentials
Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Amelia commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship challenges, grief, addictions, codependency, ADHD, and related concerns listed in her specialties.
What is her overall approach in therapy?
She uses a warm, client-centered style and combines skill-building with values-based work to help people notice patterns and try practical changes.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 12 years of experience providing psychotherapy and support to people facing a range of life challenges.
What credentials and location are on record?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Virginia and practices there.
Which languages does she offer sessions in?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs and scheduling handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to start therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.
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