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Amber Latimore
About
I’m Amber Latimore LCPC, a mental health professional and certified autism specialist with a background in education, behavior therapy/consulting, and Mental health counseling. I am licensed in Maryland but live in North Carolina. I believe in creating a safe space where you can feel validated and comfortable with the therapeutic experience. I have over 10 years of experience in autism support and more than 4 years in mental health counseling, I help children, teens, and adults understand their emotions, build resilience, and create meaningful change. Using CBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, DBT, and positive psychotherapy, I create a space where single mothers, special needs families, and working professionals feel supported. Whether you're a parent seeking guidance, an individual navigating anxiety, or someone adjusting to a major transition, I provide compassionate, evidence-based support to help you move forward.
What drew me to working with individuals on the autism spectrum/neurodivergent clients was the opportunity to understand and support people beyond societal expectations of how they should think, communicate, learn, or experience the world. I wanted to specialize in working with autistic/neurodivergent clients due to my past experiences in my personal life with family members and my professional experiences. I have worked with neurodivergent individuals in various settings, schools, private sectors and now mental health. As a therapist, I’m passionate about creating a space where you feel safe being your authentic selves without feeling pressured to mask or meet neurotypical expectations. I want to help you recognize your strengths, navigate challenges, advocate for your needs, and build a life that feels meaningful and fulfilling to you. Ultimately, what matters most to me is helping people feel seen, accepted, and empowered to be who they are.
In my sessions, I prioritize the client recognizing their strengths through strength-based approaches. I will help you identify your values, strengths, and things that you feel are important to you or your life. We will work on your personal goals and ways to help you accomplish them and practice giving yourself grace during challenging times. I provide a safe space for you to be yourself and take off the mask that you may wear around others to protect yourself. Our goal would be for you to learn ways to express yourself, communicate your wants and needs and be authentically YOU!
