A little about me
Amy Strickland
MA, LMFTA — Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
I believe therapy is most meaningful when you feel truly seen, heard, and accepted for who you are. My goal is to create a warm, welcoming, and judgment-free space where individuals, couples, and families can explore what's happening beneath the surface and work toward meaningful change.
I thrive from working with individuals, couples, and families navigating communication challenges, emotional distance, recurring conflict, changes in intimacy, identity, sexuality, shame, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I welcome clients across different backgrounds, identities, and relationship structures.
My approach is collaborative and relational, drawing on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Attachment-based approaches, and Structural Family Therapy. I bring authenticity, curiosity, and genuine care to each session, working with clients to identify meaningful, achievable goals.
I earned my Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Washington State University in 2018 were I then spent time working in both inpatient and outpatient community mental health settings working as a crisis respondent and case manager allowing me to strengthen my skills in community navigation and taught me the importance of looking beyond the therapy room to understand the broader factors affecting well-being. Later earning my Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Antioch University Seattle in 2024, where I also completed the AASECT sex therapy program.
I am a Washington State LMFTA License No. MG61593106 and practicing under the supervision of Caroline Cruse, MSW, LICSW, SOTPA, CMHS, License No. LW61446566.
My Main Focus
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
A structured, evidence-based approach to couples therapy that strengthens emotional bonds and attachment security.
Attachment-Based Therapy
Exploring how early attachment patterns shape current relationships and emotional responses.
Structural Family Therapy
Working with family systems and dynamics to create healthier patterns of interaction and communication.
AASECT Sex Therapy program
Focused support for sexual concerns, intimacy challenges, and sexual health within relationships — completed through the AASECT sex therapy program at Antioch University.
Areas I work with
Sex & Intimacy Therapy
Sex therapy provides space to explore sexuality, desire, and intimacy in ways that can feel difficult to discuss elsewhere. In sessions, we may explore personal experiences, identify patterns, discuss needs and boundaries, and practice communicating more effectively with yourself or your partner. By understanding how emotions, past experiences, relationship dynamics, and life stressors influence intimacy, you can reduce shame, gain clarity, and build greater confidence, connection, and fulfillment in your intimate life.