Grief, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Trauma / PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Life Transition, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Coping Skills, LGBTQIA+
Accepted insurance & self-pay
About Amber
Amber Fair is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate with 1 year of experience supporting LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and disabled clients. Their professional background includes nonprofit LGBTQIA+ advocacy and private practice, with a focus on individuals impacted by chronic illness, pain, and disability. Amber is committed to helping clients feel seen, heard, and empowered in their therapeutic work.
Amber earned their Master of Social Work from North Carolina State University. They draw from cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, somatic methods, and parts work to support client goals. Their approach is person-centered, affirming, and responsive to each client’s needs and lived experience.
As a neurodivergent clinician, Amber understands how alienation, systemic barriers, and feeling misunderstood can impact mental health. They offer care that acknowledges invisible struggles and affirms your lived experience. Amber is ready to partner with you in a space of support, validation, and shared understanding. Reach out today!
"As a queer and neurodivergent therapist, I strive to create an authentic healing space, free of the pressure to perform or worry of judgment."
Get to know Amber
Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?
When I was in need of a therapist, I really struggled to find the right person that felt natural and "spoke my language." For a long time, I really wondered if there was something wrong with me or if therapy just wasn't right for me. Then I found someone who shared a lot of my same identities and the difference was night and day. I've always been in some sort of human-focused field, but when it came time for me to reconsider my career, I knew my next step was fully embracing my love of helping people.
What types of clients do you work with best?
While I'm most experienced with LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and disabled individuals, I love working with people from all walks of life. Communication and collaboration are the most important aspects of therapy to me, so I will always appreciate open-minded clients that are invested in our journey together.
What's one thing you wish all clients knew?
It's okay for your challenges to be heavy, to hurt. It doesn't make you weak or silly. You deserve safety and vulnerability. Ignoring the struggles won't make them go away, but with some support, change will come and the burden will get easier to carry.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
Flexibility! I love having more availability for clients that may be working during more traditionally available therapy hours.
What inspires you?
Human connection and creativity.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
After I introduce myself we'll tackle the required paperwork. Then we'll go over your background with therapy - what you've liked and haven't liked about past experiences if applicable - and what you're hoping to get from our time together. Goals are ever evolving! So don't be intimidated if you're not certain yet of what you fully need. Throughout, you'll be welcome to ask any questions you may have about me, my experience, or my therapeutic approach.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
I just want you to feel heard and know that we're not going to broach any subjects you're not comfortable with unless you're ready.
What should clients know about you before scheduling a first session?
I use identity-first language (Autistic person, disabled person, etc), so if you prefer person-first language (Person with autism, person with a disability), please let me know.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
In my free time, I love spending time with my support system, creating art, sewing, reading, listening to kpop, and drinking more coffee than may be advised.
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Education and training
- Years in practice
- 1 years
- Graduating institute
- North Carolina State University
- Graduating degree
- Master of Social Work
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