Amy Amidon
Psychologist, PhD
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Lake Oswego, OR 97034
Let's Connect (619) 304-1718
I specialize in evidence-based treatment for trauma. Related issues include anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, self-esteem, difficulties with emotional regulation, and stress management. I primarily utilize attachment-based EMDR therapy. I stress creating balance in your life as a means of promoting improved quality of life, purpose and meaning, healthier relationships, and increased self-compassion. I encourage clients to learn how to take back control of their lives by managing life stressors in more effective ways. Because life is not just about learning how to survive, but rather learning to thrive!
In the field since 2005, my career at the VA and DoD has focused on using CBT, CPT, PE, EMDR, and DBT. I take a strengths-based approach to working with individuals, using EMDR, positive psychology, and mindfulness concepts to build resiliency in my clients.
I balance meeting clients where they are at with utilizing warmth and encouragement to push them just past their comfort zone for optimal growth. I am a nationally recognized subject matter expert in trauma and moral injury.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $225
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Allegiance
- Anthem
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- PacificSource
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Amy Amidon
Psychologist, PhD
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Oregon / 3579 Amy Amidon
- In Practice for 16 years
- Attended University of Texas at Austin, Graduated 2008
- Licensed by State of Oregon / 3579
- Certificate from Cognitive Processing Therapy 2009
- Certificate from Eye Movement Desensitization Therapy 2016
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Amy Amidon
Psychologist, PhD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 304-1718
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Anxiety
- Depression
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Bisexual
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Dual Diagnosis
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Infidelity
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sexual Abuse
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Veterans
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Positive Psychology
- Prolonged Exposure Therapy
- Trauma Focused
Amy Amidon
Psychologist, PhD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (619) 304-1718
Groups
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Group
DBT has been found to be highly effective for individuals who struggle with managing their emotions (anger, anxiety, stress, sadness) effectively. Over the course of 24 weeks, group members will use handouts and discussion to learn the following four skills: Mindfulness: the practice of being fully aware and present in this one moment. Distress Tolerance: how to tolerate and even accept pain in difficult situations that you cannot change. Emotion Regulation: how to change emotions. Interpersonal Effectiveness: how to be assertive, set boundaries, and manage conflict while maintaining self-respect and healthy relationships with others
Session Cost
$60-$70
Location
1648 Ellis St #302
Bozeman, MT 59715
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Location
Additional Location
San Diego, CA 92130
(619) 304-1718