Dr. Clayton has helped me navigate the tumultuous waters of change in both my personal, professional, and familial relationships. I am grateful for the advice and support she encourages me with. I feel equipped with the next right action that I can take to move closer to my goals. Thank goodness for Dr Clayton - I am truly grateful for her!
Dr. Amy Clayton, LCSW
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.
- 4.8 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Amy. View 12 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
Dr Clayton helps me remember that I can advocate for myself and am capable of great things. She has helped me get through the hardest time of my life. I am grateful to have her as my Dr, and highly recommend !
More about Amy
- 23 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California with a Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology. I have been working as a therapist for over 21 years. I have worked in outpatient as well as inpatient settings, including hospitals, clinics, group homes, and private practice. Many of my clients are high achieving people who find themselves surprised to be struggling with a problem. By drawing upon their strengths, I assist them in making meaningful changes that can make a significant difference in their lives. My clients bring a wide range of concerns to my office. I often see people who are experiencing problems with anxiety, depression, loss, grief, stress, substance abuse, relationship problems, and family dynamics. My goal as your therapist is to help you regain your self-confidence and help you succeed on your own. My treatment approach is to provide solutions through support and helpful feedback to assist clients with confronting recent life challenges or exploring longstanding patterns that have left them feeling stuck. Blending a variety of therapeutic techniques, I tailor my approach to the individual client to help them overcome their roadblocks to success and promoting their independence.
Reaching out is the first step toward feeling better, I am glad you are here. How can I help?
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Depression
Coping with life changes
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
ADHD
Codependency
Drug and alcohol addiction
Multicultural concerns
Postpartum depression
Pregnancy and childbirth
Social anxiety and phobia
Treatment Approaches
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Dr. Amy Clayton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700032539.
- LCSW · California · 21758 · Expires September 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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Dr. Amy Clayton
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Dr. Clayton has helped me navigate the tumultuous waters of change in both my personal, professional, and familial relationships. I am grateful for the advice and support she encourages me with. I feel equipped with the next right action that I can take to move closer to my goals. Thank goodness for Dr Clayton - I am truly grateful for her!
Dr Clayton helps me remember that I can advocate for myself and am capable of great things. She has helped me get through the hardest time of my life. I am grateful to have her as my Dr, and highly recommend !
Dr. Clayton has helped me navigate the hardest times of my life. I feel empowered and confident in taking ownership of my life and have built back self esteem with the guidance and support of Dr. Clayton.
Amy has been so awesome, kind and understanding. Thank you so much :)
Dr. Clayton is insightful, supportive, and responsive. Everything you want in a therapist. It’s obvious that she really cares and because of that it’s easy to build a therapeutic relationship with her, even via video!
Dr. Clayton is such a gem! Insightful, forthright, and compassionate, she is skilled at shining the light of fresh perspective onto old patterns - and does it with a great sense of humor. In two months of support, I gained some really helpful insights from our time together, which allow me to move forward feeling more balanced, confident, and in the flow of life. I would definitely recommend her.
I feel so at ease and comfortable with Dr Clayton, she’s funny and able to compassionately relate to my situations and offer unique perspectives and solutions. I’m really glad I found her!
Dr. Clayton has been very helpful. She listens and give input that are very insightful. She understands my emotional hardships through my break up and offers great views on my situation.
Dr. Clayton is very responsive, easy to talk to, and gave me actionable tips and therapy ideas that seem to be working well for me so far. I’ve been able to follow through with her advice and have already seen changes in my mood and life skills.
Dr. Clayton has been amazing. She really listens and I feel seen and heard. We mesh well, and she’s funny! Definitely helps. I really feel like she can help me see things more clearly.
Very understanding and encouraging.
Dr. Clayton’s been very helpful in just a couple of sessions!
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Amy Clayton offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Amy Clayton 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 Clayton speak?
Dr. Amy Clayton speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Amy Clayton have?
Dr. Amy Clayton has 23 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Amy Clayton licensed to practice?
Dr. Amy Clayton is licensed to practice in California.
Does Dr. Amy Clayton accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dr. Amy Clayton does not accept 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 Clayton offer?
Dr. Amy Clayton offers clients Psychodynamic Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Amy Clayton?
Dr. Amy Clayton 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 Clayton?
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.