Amy is incredible. She always lets me start with whatever my primary concern is and she always listens.
Dr. Amy Van Buren, Psychologist
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Amy is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Amy. View 6 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Connecticut and New York
Recent reviews
Dr. Van Buren is wonderful. She has helped me lean in to self compassion. She is very responsive, professional, and brings warmth, respect, and understanding into every session. I would definitely recommend her!
More about Amy
- 8 years' experience
- Female
- Psychologist
One of my favorite opening lines is from the spiritual classic, The Road Less Traveled, by M. Scott Peck. It reads, simply, "Life is difficult."
Somehow, most of us expect that it won't be. Or that if it is, we should be able to handle it effortlessly. We criticize ourselves for feeling very human things like loneliness, confusion, anxiety, anger, boredom and depression when things don’t go the way we hoped. Unfortunately, life does not come with a user's manual for how to work with the hard stuff. And yet these very difficulties, the roadblocks at which we find ourselves, are often opportunities in disguise.
I see counseling as an opportunity. First and most important, it is a chance to be heard. Things often begin to shift when we can share our inner thoughts and feelings with someone who is really paying attention. I have worked with many people who come up with their own answers when they are able to hear their deepest selves, sometimes for the first time.
Counseling is also a chance to learn new life skills. If I had name what I think the most important life skill is, it would be this: psychological flexibility. This means the ability to respond flexibly to yourself, to others and to life. How to get there? By working bit by bit on the following: articulating what matters most to you in life; developing the behaviors that will move you in that direction; handling stumbling blocks along the way; and learning how to respond skillfully to difficult thoughts and feelings that are part of being human.
I have a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. The psychological approaches that best inform the way I work are: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Human Givens Approach to Emotional Health and Clear Thinking, and Attachment Theory. The following people have greatly influenced my thinking: Dan Siegel, Stephen Porges, Russ Harris, Karen Horney, Rick Hanson, Mark Tyrell, Milton Erickson, Michael Yapko, Peter Levine, and Pat Ogden. In addition, I am a Registered Yoga Teacher, as well as a Licensed Clinical Massage Therapist. This means I bring a mind-body approach to counseling, including, if you are interested, instruction in basic calming yoga poses and breathing exercises.
If this resonates with you, or you are curious to know more, feel free to contact me at any time!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Attachment issues
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Emptiness
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
Licenses
Dr. Amy Van Buren's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558016691.
- Psychologist · Connecticut · 2183 · Expires July 2025
- Psychologist · New York · 012621 · Expires June 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Dr. Amy Van Buren
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Amy is incredible. She always lets me start with whatever my primary concern is and she always listens.
Dr. Van Buren is wonderful. She has helped me lean in to self compassion. She is very responsive, professional, and brings warmth, respect, and understanding into every session. I would definitely recommend her!
Amy is very good at listening and remembering. This is the first time in my life I am seeing value in myself. She asks me things no one ever has, things I should have already asked. I appreciate her for always being on time and being present for me. She sees me and hears me and my life has changed thanks to her
Amy is amazing! She makes me feel seen and heard.
Dr. Van Buren has been extremely helpful - I feel like we are making progress and on the right track even after just a couple sessions! She is very ‘warm’ and creates a comforting, safe space to talk.
Dr Van Buren has been incredible to work with. She is so insightful and she’s able to open me up to new perspectives and ways of coping I hadn’t considered before. She suggests and nudges, never pushing or imposing. Her compassionate approach has meant everything to me in my sessions and outside in my everyday life as I seek to speak to myself more kindly.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Amy Van Buren offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Amy Van Buren works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dr. Amy Van Buren speak?
Dr. Amy Van Buren speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Amy Van Buren have?
Dr. Amy Van Buren has 8 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Amy Van Buren licensed to practice?
Dr. Amy Van Buren is licensed to practice in Connecticut and New York.
Does Dr. Amy Van Buren accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Dr. Amy Van Buren accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Dr. Amy Van Buren offer?
Dr. Amy Van Buren offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Somatic Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Amy Van Buren?
Dr. Amy Van Buren can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Dr. Amy Van Buren?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.