About Amy Strausberger
Focus areas
Addiction / Substance Abuse
Anxiety
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Adjustment Disorder
Bipolar Disorder
Adolescent / Teen Issues
Couples Therapy
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Families
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Christian Counseling
Eclectic
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Existential
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Amy Strausberger
Amy is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Reciprocal Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CRADC) with 19 years of experience across diverse clinical settings. She holds a Master’s degree in Human Services with a focus on Families and Communities from Purdue Global University, as well as a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health from the University of the Cumberlands (Kentucky). Her background includes private practice, corrections, community mental health, emergency departments, IDD homes and day programs, substance use treatment facilities, residential programs (PHP/IOP), and shelters.
Amy brings an approach that is authentic, assertive, compassionate, and grounded in real-world experience. She tailors treatment to meet each client where they are, creating a supportive and nonjudgmental space for growth and healing. She works with individuals, couples, and families, helping clients navigate life transitions, strengthen relationships, and build healthier coping strategies. By focusing on each person’s strengths, Amy provides practical tools to support measurable progress, emotional resilience, and the development of healthy boundaries.
Amy is passionate about helping clients embrace their authentic selves and move toward meaningful, lasting change. She believes that growth happens outside of comfort zones and reminds clients that it’s okay to not be okay while they work toward becoming their best selves.
Outside of her professional work, Amy enjoys coaching volleyball, traveling, attending live music events, watching sports, and spending time with her dog.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Working with Amy means entering a space that is supportive, honest, and focused on real growth. Amy brings 19 years of experience across a wide range of settings—including private practice, community mental health, substance use treatment, emergency care, corrections, IDD services, and residential programs—which allows her to meet clients where they are, no matter their background or current challenges.
Amy’s style is direct, authentic, compassionate, and grounded in real-world experience, often incorporating appropriate humor to help create comfort and connection. She believes therapy should feel both safe and productive, so clients can expect open conversations, practical tools, and a collaborative approach. She tailors each session to the individual, focusing on strengths while helping clients build healthier coping skills, set boundaries, and make meaningful, measurable progress.
Amy works with individuals, couples, and families navigating life transitions, relationship concerns, mental health challenges, and substance use. Her goal is to help clients gain clarity, strengthen resilience, and move toward a more authentic and fulfilling life.
Above all, Amy believes it’s okay to not be okay. She supports clients through every step of the process while also encouraging growth outside of comfort zones, where meaningful change truly happens.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Amy’s typical process begins with getting to know each client as a whole person, not just a set of symptoms. In the first session, she focuses on understanding your current concerns, personal history, and what you hope to gain from therapy. This helps establish a clear picture of your needs and allows her to tailor the approach to fit you specifically.
From there, Amy works collaboratively with clients to set realistic, meaningful goals and create a plan for moving forward. Her approach is flexible and individualized, drawing from a wide range of clinical experience across settings such as community mental health, substance use treatment, corrections, and private practice.
In ongoing sessions, Amy blends supportive conversation with practical strategies, helping clients build insight while also developing tools they can apply in daily life. She emphasizes progress, accountability, and strengthening existing strengths, while adjusting the process as needs evolve over time.
Throughout treatment, Amy maintains a direct, compassionate, and authentic style, ensuring clients feel both supported and challenged in a healthy way. Her goal is to help clients gain clarity, develop resilience, and make steady, meaningful change at a pace that feels right for them.
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More information on payments and coverage
Initial session(s) cost $200 without insurance.
Additional session(s) cost $185 without insurance.
Office location
Amy Strausberger, LPC also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Kentucky, Master's in Counseling
NPI number
1649728478
How soon can I make an appointment with Amy Strausberger?
Generally, Amy Strausberger has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Amy Strausberger's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Amy Strausberger accepting new patients?
Amy Strausberger generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Amy Strausberger's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Amy Strausberger accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Amy Strausberger online?
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What practice does Amy Strausberger work with?
Amy Strausberger works with Mind Lodge.
Where is Amy Strausberger's office located?
Amy Strausberger has 2 office locations, including in Plainfield and Spillertown, view full addresses on Amy Strausberger's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Amy Strausberger?
Amy Strausberger frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Amy Strausberger on their profile.
What languages does Amy Strausberger speak?
Amy Strausberger speaks English.