Healing Relationship Trauma, Empowering Authentic Lives
As a clinical psychologist, author, and trauma expert, I guide parents and adults toward greater ease and joy.
My mission is simple:
to help you find more
joy, contentment,
peace, and wellness
These are the things you need to show up in the ways you desire—as a parent, partner, family member, colleague, or friend.
I work specifically with parents and adults who desire holistic strategies and sound therapeutic guidance to thrive while balancing the demands and joys of life. My goal is to help you finally prioritize your wellness and mental health so that you can show up as the authentic, loving, and strong person you desire to be.
As a wife, mama of 2, doctor, and entrepreneur, I understand what it's like to put yourself last and struggle with burnout. I'm passionate about helping people like you, because I'm determined to shift the paradigm of mental health for parents and mothers.
There are so many strong helpers out there championing the same cause, so here are a few reasons why working with me will be a different experience:
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I have active credentials as a Clinical Psychologist.
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I can relate to the struggle of parenthood today as a mom, wife, and busy millennial.
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I work carefully with all parents while specifically centering the needs of millennial mothers and Black women.
Dr. Amber helps parents and adults heal from relational and childhood trauma so they can live with more ease, joy, and connection. She’s the author of A Parent’s Guide to Self-Regulation and a nationally recognized expert in parenting, intergenerational trauma and family wellness.
Dr. Amber is based in Washington, DC. and provides services across 40+ U.S. states.
core values
non-judgement
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healing
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authenticity
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empowerment
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vulnerability
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joy
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work with me
PSYCHOTHERAPY
I offer individual and group therapy services to adults and parents, providing a safe space where you can address various mental health concerns. Through a collaborative process, I help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms, improve relationships, and cultivate personal growth.
SPEAKING
I deliver engaging talks, workshops, and presentations combining clinical expertise with a personable approach. My presentations provide valuable insights and practical tools to enhance emotional well-being, manage stress effectively, strengthen family bonds, and cultivate fulfilling relationships.
A PARENT’S GUIDE
TO SELF-REGULATION
Discover tools and techniques for managing emotions, reactions, and behavior in this friendly, evidence-based book designed especially to help and support struggling, overstressed parents.
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“Before working with Dr. Amber, I felt like I was drowning. It changed my life and reminded me of all things that gave me joy. I was doing so much for everybody around me but was not doing anything for me.”
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“It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business.”
DISCLAIMER: The information provided throughout www.dramberthornton.com is for educational and informational purposes only. Using or seeking information from this website does not establish a therapeutic relationship between you and Dr. Amber Thornton. Communication of any form with Dr. Amber Thornton does not establish a therapeutic relationship. Therefore, communication with Dr. Amber Thornton or any information you provide via this website is not privileged or confidential. Any and all services rendered by Dr. Amber Thornton Consulting, LLC should not be considered therapeutic services and do not establish a therapeutic relationship.