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Amy Saarnio Wyka, LMSW, LCSW

Licensed social worker focused on family and trauma care
  • Family conflict support
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Parenting and depression

About Amy Saarnio Wyka

Amy Saarnio Wyka is a licensed social worker practicing across Michigan and Wisconsin with 21 years of professional experience. She holds the credential LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and LCSW, which denotes Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Throughout her career she has worked extensively with family conflicts, trauma, parenting concerns, and depression, drawing on long experience to support individuals and families.

Amy emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental approach that encourages honest expression of thoughts and feelings. She creates a calm space for clients to explore difficult topics and work toward clearer understanding and practical steps forward. Her commitment to steady, compassionate support helps people take meaningful steps during challenging times.

Recognizing that beginning therapy requires courage, Amy aims to make the first steps approachable and empowering. She frames early work as taking charge of one’s life and partners with clients to identify achievable goals and pathways for growth.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepressionCompassion fatigue

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Amy Saarnio Wyka have?

Amy Saarnio Wyka has 21 years of professional experience.

Is Amy Saarnio Wyka a licensed therapist?

Yes. Amy Saarnio Wyka holds the credentials LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) and LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). She is licensed in Michigan as MI LMSW 6801095312 and in Wisconsin as WI LCSW 7487-123.

In which languages does Amy Saarnio Wyka provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Amy Saarnio Wyka located?

She is located in Michigan.

How can I work with Amy Saarnio Wyka as my therapist?

Clients may work with Amy Saarnio Wyka through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Amy Saarnio Wyka work with international clients?

No. Amy Saarnio Wyka does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Amy Saarnio Wyka cost?

Costs can vary based on factors such as a client’s location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, select the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Interested individuals should select the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match them with a therapist. Depending on availability, it is then possible to schedule a first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Online Therapy Fit Your Needs?

Online therapy is an accessible option that can make meaningful support available for many common concerns. For issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life transitions, online therapy has been shown to offer effectiveness comparable to traditional in-person sessions for most people.

A major benefit of remote therapy is flexibility. Clients can connect with therapists in the format that best suits their circumstances - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which helps integrate care into busy schedules and varied lifestyles.

Licensed professionals provide services remotely, and clients may change therapists at any time if a different fit is preferred. For those weighing options, online therapy can be a practical and effective way to access professional support while keeping treatment adaptable to everyday life.

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