Amber Benamou, LCSW

Amber Benamou is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida with 11 years of experience. She earned her Master of Social Work from Barry University, graduating summa cum laude, and has worked across community mental health, addiction services, and child and family programs. Her clinical focus includes supporting teenagers, parents of children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and individuals navigating anxiety and depression - with particular experience helping women who have experienced postpartum depression and psychosis.

She brings authenticity and an approachable demeanor to her work, and when appropriate she uses a touch of humor to help clients feel at ease. Amber builds on each person’s existing strengths to create practical strategies and solutions, drawing on approaches such as client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and trauma-focused therapy. She is trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and applies that expertise when working with trauma-related concerns.

Amber specializes in supporting teens and adults facing stress, low self-esteem, anxiety, family conflict, depression, grief and loss, and trauma. She views the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative partnership and emphasizes rapport and trust as central to progress. Her aim is to empower clients to develop insight and skills that help them manage life’s challenges more effectively.