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Amira King, LCSW

LCSW specializing in trauma and mood disorders
  • Trauma-informed care
  • EMDR trained
  • Ages 5 to 65

About Amira King

Amira King is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with three years of clinical experience supporting individuals through a wide range of mental health concerns. A LCSW is a licensed mental health professional trained in assessment and psychotherapy, and Amira has worked with people experiencing mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, anxiety, psychotic disorders, trauma, and challenges related to abandonment and attachment. She has also provided care for grief and other complex emotional struggles, helping clients develop healthier relationship patterns and a stronger sense of self.

Amira’s practice spans a broad age range, working with clients from childhood through later adulthood, including those as young as 5 and as old as 65. Her therapeutic style is compassionate and collaborative, with treatment plans tailored to each person’s unique needs. She draws from evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), integrates psychodynamic perspectives, emphasizes attachment and trauma-informed care, and is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

Whether addressing overwhelming emotions, life transitions, or long-standing patterns that feel difficult to change, Amira provides a supportive space to explore, process, and work toward growth at a pace that fits each individual.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseBipolar disorderDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Amira King have?

Amira King has 3 years of experience.

Is Amira King a licensed therapist?

Yes, she holds these credentials: LCSW. License details: NV LCSW 11675-C.

In which languages does Amira King provide therapy?

Amira King provides therapy in English.

Where is Amira King located?

Amira King is located in Nevada.

How can I work with Amira King as my therapist?

You can work with Amira King through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Amira King work with international clients?

Amira King does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Amira King cost?

The cost of therapy 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 details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your 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.

Approaches That Translate to Online Care

Amira King uses therapeutic approaches that adapt well to remote work and focus on practical skills and emotional processing. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop concrete strategies to change behaviors and mood; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. Attachment-Based Therapy explores early relationship patterns and their impact on current connections, helping people improve communication, trust, and relational safety. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that supports processing distressing memories and reducing their intensity when appropriate for the client's needs.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Amira works collaboratively with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts methods over time to arrive at the best fit for treatment. This collaborative process helps ensure therapy aligns with what the client wants to work on.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access licensed professionals from different locations while working toward meaningful change.

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