My name is Amy Surls, LPC, LCDC. I’m excited to connect with you and share a bit about myself and my approach. As you explore my background and the way I work, it’s crucial that you feel confident in choosing the right practitioner for your journey. I’m here to provide a supportive and non-judgmental space where we can collaboratively navigate your unique experiences.
Amy Surls, LPC, LCDC, NCC, CRC
Licensed Professional Counselor (she, her)
- Work best with: Young Adults, Adults, Seniors, LGBTQ+ Community, Creatives and Artists, Kink and Poly Affirming
- Appointments: Telehealth only
- Manage Medications: Provides therapy and collaborates closely with our psychiatry team for medication management, available through internal referral if needed.
My therapy style is informal, relaxed and collaborative with a foundation based upon connection and openness. I utilize humor, compassion, empowerment, curiosity and authenticity to build therapeutic relationship and alliance. I believe creating a space of safety, acceptance and respect is imperative. Connection, belonging and understanding are fundamental.
Past patients have expressed appreciation and gratitude, stating they learned how to recognize and manage symptoms effectively. Many identified learning how to set boundaries, identify detrimental core beliefs and change automatic thoughts. Patients say that sessions are relaxed, open, unassuming and informal style that is authentic and genuine.
Credentials
Education
Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling, University of North Texas, 2019
In-network
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna/Evernorth
- Curative
- Employers Health Network
- Partners Direct Health
- Sana Benefits
- Scott and White Health Plan
- UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialities
GAD, MDD, Adjustment Disorder, LGBTQ+ Issues, Self-Esteem or Confidence, Codependency, Relationship Stressors, Occupational Issues, Disenfranchised Grief, Pet Loss, Life Transitions, Women's Issues, Alcohol or Substance Abuse
Expertise
- Aging
- Alcohol Use
- Anxiety
- Boundaries / Assertiveness
- Career Counseling / Professional Growth
- Codependency
- Depression
- Gender Identity
- Gender Identity (LGBTQ)
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Loss or Grief
- Not Happy or Satisfied with life
- Open Relationship / Polyamory
- Personal Growth
- Religious Trauma
- Self-Esteem / Negative Self-Talk
- Sexual Identity
- Sexual Identity (LGBTQ)
- Shame
- Stress / Burnout
- Substance Use
- Women's Issues
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Eclectic
- Family Systems
- Feminist
- Integrative
- Mindfulness-Based Interventions
- Person-Centered (Rogerian)
- Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
- Systems Approach
Client Focus
- Age Groups Served: Adults, Older Adults (18-65+)
- Participant Types: Individuals