An Approach That Works

About Amber, LMHC

Hi, I’m Amber Behrouzvaziri (pronounced

bay-rooz-vah-zeer-ee), but you can call me Amber.

One of the reasons I am so passionate about and engaged in my work is because of the variety of personal experiences I have had. While your therapy is definitely not about me, it is rewarding and fulfilling for me to be able to use what I have experienced to understand and empathize with you more.

From relationship woes to struggles with self-esteem, I have experience addressing such struggles and working through the natural tendency we can have to avoid facing what is painful and uncomfortable. I know this undertaking can be daunting and overwhelming. As a result, I have immense respect and appreciation for clients who are working on improving themselves and their lives. This is not something I take lightly or for granted.

As a reformed perfectionist and helper by nature (Enneagram 1w2), I can understand those who hold themselves to high standards, who aim to please, and who fear falling short. I know personally relief from such internal pressure and the impact it can have on your self-esteem is possible. Life does not have to be so difficult, but the journey toward having relief is not easy or simple.

Coping skills and stress management techniques, for example, can be just one piece of the puzzle. True, lasting relief involves gaining and applying insight, accepting and embracing the different parts of yourself (especially those you avoid or dislike) and digging deeper. I welcome the opportunity to be on this journey with you and use the combination of my personal and professional experiences to help you experience transformative change and self-growth. Contact me today to get started.

I’m here to tell you, it is possible to have peace within yourself.

How I work

How I make others feel and the level I can help clients feel seen and understood is critically important to me. I take relationships with clients seriously and make an effort to provide a therapeutic space that is nonjudgmental, open-minded and supportive. I love giving clients feedback, but distinguish this from being direct as I find some forms of directness can make clients feel self-conscious or even embarrassed unnecessarily. I like playing detective with my clients and identifying issues as well as solutions together.

My passion lies in guiding you toward your highest potential, which we will figure out together what that could possibly look like for you. Drawing from a decade of experience, I offer targeted insights tailored to your needs. Whether we meet face-to-face or virtually, I’m dedicated to providing a safe, supportive environment where you can explore, grow, and heal. I strive to create an environment that helps you open up, but also take steps toward the end of sessions to help you be able to manage whatever emotions came up for you during our session so you can return to your day.

I aim to break things down in a way clients can connect with that both helps them learn but is also engaging and even fun! I love using analogies to explain concepts and my clients have playfully teased me for this while also describing my use of analogies as helpful. Together, we’ll unravel the complexities of your emotions, finding clarity and resilience along the way. I welcome the opportunity to work with you and be a part of your life journey. Together, we can achieve your goals.

I’m a good fit for you if…

  • you are looking for practical solutions

  • you want to break free of unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors

  • you are ready to learn more about yourself and how you operate

  • you want someone to hold you accountable when relevant (with compassion)

  • you are open to trying to see if you can feel comfortable with me in order to open up and work toward making progress

  • you don’t want to settle in your relationships, but want to thrive

I’m not a good fit for you if…

  • you only want to vent and rehash

  • you are a couple that struggles with frequent conflict, disrespect and hostility (I will refer you to someone else)

  • you are looking for someone to “fix” your partner

  • you are seeking couples therapy and your partner does not want to do couples therapy (I can discuss working with you individually instead)

  • you want someone to agree with you that it is everyone else’s fault

  • you want to say you went to therapy to feel like you did something to get better without actually putting in the work

  • you have a problem with cheesy, dad jokes

My background and training

  • Indiana Licensed Mental Health Counselor, License #39003409A, Verify

  • Education Specialist in Mental Health Counseling, Indiana University

    Master of Science in Counseling and Counselor Education, Indiana University

  • Intro to Internal Family Systems (IFS) for EMDR Therapists, Syzygy Institute

    Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Basic

    Using the Science of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) with Individuals: Bringing Your Clients to Life and Restoring Their Ability to Live Well

    Dr. Sue Johnson's Intensive Course in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): Attachment-­Based Interventions for Couples in Crisis

    Sex Therapy 101: An Introductory Guide for Couples Therapists

    Life Purpose Coach Certification

    Professional Life Coach Certification

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

    Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Why Self-Love?

“Ultimate peace comes from loving and accepting yourself. Self-love insulates you from emotional pain, loneliness, and stress. Love for yourself also helps you go into unknowns with less fear. Through loving yourself, you are able to accept that life eventually ends because you are a constant for yourself in this life and beyond.”
— Amber Behrouzvaziri
EMDR, trauma and couples therapist

Get started with me, today.