About Dr. Amber
I am a Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about motherhood, parenting, relationships, career, mental health, and the ongoing journey of personal evolution.
My name is Dr. Amber Thornton.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist, wife, and mama to 2 amazing little ones.
Believe it or not, there was a time when I did not think I wanted to become a mother. I was on a path to building a rich career as a psychologist, I was having the time of my life in a fun city, I was taking excellent care of myself, and had so much I wanted to do.
Unfortunately, I had learned that becoming a mother would mean the end of my fun, my wellness, my attempts to further my career, and ultimately an end to me. I had been taught that being a mother meant that I had to sacrifice myself in order to raise my family and that scared me, so much so that I did not believe motherhood was for someone like me.
Luck would have it that life changed. I met my husband and began to wonder if there was a way that I could become a mother and still prioritize the things that mattered so much to me. My health, well-being, career, desires, and needs.
My passion for helping other parents was born out of my own attempts to redefine motherhood for myself. Throughout my motherhood journey, I’ve been adamant and persistent in keeping myself as a top priority and I know it has enriched this experience and helped me to live a more fulfilling life.
Parenting and my motherhood journey now feels manageable, I am enjoying this life that I have built and now I feel prepared to help others to find the same joy in their journey.
My mission is simple: to help more parents find the balance and joy in parenthood.
My goal is to completely change the narrative of what is possible for millenial parents.
I will no longer watch as parents (particularly mothers) sacrifice their health, joy, careers, or happiness in their parenting journey. I’m committed to rewriting these outdated narratives so that we’ll all have a better idea of what parenthood can be— full of joy, good health, time for yourself, passionate work and hobbies, connection to other, and so much more.
A few things about me
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology from The Ohio State University
Doctorate of Clinical Psychology (PsyD) from Wright State University School of Professional Psychology.
Fun Facts
My husband and I were friends in college, and married 12 years later.
I am an Ohio Native who has also lived in California, Tennessee, Maryland, and now residing in Washington, DC!
I’m the proud host of the Balanced Working Mama Podcast
