Amber Sorsek, LCSW
Trauma-informed LCSW focused on healing relationships
- EMDR and DBT certified
- Gottman couples therapy
- Telehealth experience
About Amber Sorsek
Amber Sorsek is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who brings a blend of clinical training and practical experience to therapeutic work. She completed her master’s degree at the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work in 2017 and began practicing as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in 2018, working as a hospital social work case manager and later in private practice. In 2019 she trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and continued to provide telehealth therapy through the COVID-19 pandemic before taking a role as a telehealth counselor with New Mexico Treatment Services, an addiction treatment and methadone clinic.
After relocating to Japan, Amber obtained her LCSW in 2020 and served families, couples, and children in the military community as a Family Advocacy Treatment Manager. Her practice emphasizes trauma-informed care and draws on ecological systems theory to understand how physical, social, political, and cultural systems shape each person’s experience. She works from a person-centered, non-judgmental perspective and prioritizes collaborative healing with clients.
Amber uses a range of evidence-informed approaches tailored to individual needs, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Problem-Solving Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. She is certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) through Evergreen Certifications and integrates DBT principles into individual counseling to help clients build strengths, process emotions, and develop healthier coping strategies. Trained and certified in EMDR through the River’s Edge Institute, she offers trauma-focused treatment with assessments and discussions about risks and benefits to determine the best path for each client.
For couples work, Amber employs the Gottman Method to help reduce conflict and strengthen intimacy, respect, and affection by building empathy and mutual understanding. Across settings she aims to support clients navigating stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and body image concerns, depression, addiction-related issues, and a range of related focus areas such as attachment and abandonment, codependency, communication and control issues, dissociation, and caregiver stress.
After relocating to Japan, Amber obtained her LCSW in 2020 and served families, couples, and children in the military community as a Family Advocacy Treatment Manager. Her practice emphasizes trauma-informed care and draws on ecological systems theory to understand how physical, social, political, and cultural systems shape each person’s experience. She works from a person-centered, non-judgmental perspective and prioritizes collaborative healing with clients.
Amber uses a range of evidence-informed approaches tailored to individual needs, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Problem-Solving Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. She is certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) through Evergreen Certifications and integrates DBT principles into individual counseling to help clients build strengths, process emotions, and develop healthier coping strategies. Trained and certified in EMDR through the River’s Edge Institute, she offers trauma-focused treatment with assessments and discussions about risks and benefits to determine the best path for each client.
For couples work, Amber employs the Gottman Method to help reduce conflict and strengthen intimacy, respect, and affection by building empathy and mutual understanding. Across settings she aims to support clients navigating stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and body image concerns, depression, addiction-related issues, and a range of related focus areas such as attachment and abandonment, codependency, communication and control issues, dissociation, and caregiver stress.
Areas of Expertise
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Amber Sorsek have?
Amber Sorsek has 5 years of clinical experience.
Is Amber Sorsek a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: NM LCSW C-11763.
In which languages does Amber Sorsek provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Amber Sorsek located?
Amber is located in New Mexico.
How can I work with Amber Sorsek as my therapist?
Therapy sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Note that Amber is not currently accepting clients.
Does Amber Sorsek work with international clients?
No. Amber Sorsek does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Amber Sorsek cost?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time for any reason. For current pricing and plan details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging. Note that appointment availability varies and Amber is not currently accepting clients.
Could Virtual Sessions Be a Good Fit for You?
Many people ask whether therapy delivered online can produce meaningful results. For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and life transitions - online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person sessions and offers a practical alternative for accessing care.One major benefit is flexibility. Clients can choose the communication method that works best for them - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which helps therapy fit into busy schedules and different lifestyles. Licensed professionals and therapists offer these options so that people can engage in treatment in a way that feels comfortable.
Another advantage is the ability to change therapists if the match is not right. Licensed professionals can be switched so clients can find the therapeutic relationship and approach that best supports their goals. Online therapy makes it easier to explore options and continue working toward progress without the constraints of traditional office-based care.