Therapist in Woodstock, Georgia Amber Thomas, Therapist

Amber Thomas, LPC, is dedicated to helping individuals build self-awareness, resilience, and advocacy skills to navigate life s challenges. Practicing at LifeStance Health in Georgia, she provides individual therapy for adolescents, young adults, and adults, offering a supportive and empowering environment where clients can develop healthier coping mechanisms and improve communication. Amber is passionate about guiding clients through their mental health journeys, helping them build confidence and self-advocacy skills that foster long-term well-being. Amber specializes in treating ADHD, anxiety, and PTSD/trauma. She understands the unique challenges that individuals with ADHD face, including difficulties with focus, organization, and impulsivity, and she helps clients develop practical strategies to manage symptoms effectively.

She also supports individuals struggling with anxiety, helping them reframe negative thought patterns and build emotional regulation skills. With a trauma-informed approach, Amber assists clients in processing past experiences, reducing distress, and regaining a sense of safety and control in their lives. In addition to her primary specialties, Amber has extensive experience working in residential, PHP, and IOP levels of care, giving her a deep understanding of complex mental health needs.

She also works with clients facing alcohol and drug use issues, depression, eating disorders, and women s issues. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT , Dialectical Behavior Therapy DBT , Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ACT , and Exposure Therapy. She integrates mindfulness techniques to help clients develop self-compassion and stay present in the moment. Amber provides inclusive and affirming care, working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those in the LGBTQ+ community and individuals with adoption or foster care experiences. She is committed to fostering a safe, judgment-free space where clients feel heard and supported. Outside of her clinical work, Amber enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, journaling, and being outdoors.