
Dr. Ami Lynch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, PhD, LCSW, LICSW (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
1530 Wilson Blvd, Suite 650, Arlington, VA 22209
Let's Connect (571) 946-7285

Our freedom from emotional hijack is found in noticing, naming, and knowing. I’m a fully licensed clinical therapist (VA, DC, MD, MA, NC, FL, WV, VT, RI) accepting new patients—adults, teens, & relationships—of all identities/orientations.
My specialties include polyamory/ENM/CNM, trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief/loss, stress management, LGBTQIA+ concerns, identity exploration, relationship challenges, and family disruptions.
This is a judgement-free zone!
At Rising Sun, you’ll find a welcoming, nonjudgmental place to navigate life’s complexities. Reach out to see if we’re a good fit!
I assist people who worry that they are broken feel capable of handling distress by addressing trauma and other challenges in a judgement-free environment. I employ an eclectic mix of methods grounded in psychodynamic psychotherapy. You don't have to know what that means! You will find the best fit when you meet potential therapists, not read about them.
I believe emotions tell us a great deal about how we experience life, and that by knowing ourselves and our emotions better, we can have freedom. Often, the healthiest people go to therapy. It is a sign of strength, not weakness. I fight for social justice and believe therapy can help us triumph over systemic abuses. There's no wrong way to start therapy!
Call or Email Dr. Ami Lynch now for a free 15 minute consultation - (571) 946-7285
Let's Connect (571) 946-7285

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $180
- Couple Sessions $200
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Out of Network

Dr. Ami Lynch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, PhD, LCSW, LICSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 946-7285
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Virginia / 0904015753 Ami Lynch
- Attended Virginia Commonwealth University, MSW, Graduated 2021
- Licensed by State of Virginia / 0904015753
- License: Vermont 089.0135501TELE / 2023
- Degree/Diploma from George Washington University PhD / 2006
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- LGBTQIA, polyamory, kink, gender, MPE, HAES
- Trauma and PTSD
- Anxiety
Expertise
- ADHD
- Bisexual
- Cancer
- Chronic Illness
- Codependency
- Depression
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Men's Issues
- Misattributed Parentage Experience, DNA results
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Parenting
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Stress
- Transgender
- Women's Issues
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Blind Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Blind Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Eclectic
- Emotionally Focused
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Groups
My Partner Says They're Poly!

A six-week virtual group for those struggling with a partner's declaration of being polyamorous
Age
Adults
Location
Arlington, VA 22209
Email Dr. Ami Lynch about this group or call - (571) 946-7285
Location
Primary Location
Rising Sun Therapy & Wellness, LLC
1530 Wilson Blvd
Suite 650
Arlington, VA 22209
(571) 946-7285Email me
Additional Location
Somerville, MA 02144
(571) 946-7285Nearby Areas

Dr. Ami Lynch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, PhD, LCSW, LICSW
Call for a free consultation now - (571) 946-7285