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Amber Kissner

Amber Kissner, LCSW

Texas

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Anger and Addictions

  • Addictions
  • Anger management
  • LGBTQ issues

About Amber

Amber Kissner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Texas with five years of clinical experience. She works with people who struggle with addictions, LGBTQ concerns, trauma and abuse, anger, and self-esteem. She also addresses anxiety and depression when these show up alongside other problems.

Amber believes people know their own story and brings a practical, respectful approach. Sessions focus on identifying strengths and building skills that reduce intense reactions and improve daily functioning. Conversations tend to be direct and goal-focused, with attention to real-life situations where anger or addictive patterns appear.

Her work often includes steps to manage strong emotions, improve communication, and rebuild trust in oneself. She talks through patterns that keep people stuck and suggests concrete strategies to try between sessions. The aim is to create small, manageable changes that feel doable in everyday life.

Amber draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide the work. She helps people understand triggers, practice new coping skills, and track progress over time. Her approach is collaborative - she and the client decide what to focus on and how to measure change.

Clients who choose her can expect a straightforward style and help breaking down problems into clear steps. She supports people through setbacks and helps them plan next steps. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.

How evidence-based techniques are used in online sessions

Amber uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide work on anger and related problems. One common approach focuses on identifying triggers and teaching coping skills to reduce intense emotional reactions. This method helps people notice what leads to outbursts and try concrete strategies to respond differently.

Another approach concentrates on practical behavior change and communication skills. Sessions include role practice, planning for difficult conversations, and small experiments to test new habits. This helps with frustration at work, tension with close people, and patterns that reinforce resentment.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist and client look at the person’s goals, past experience, and what feels workable. They try techniques together and adjust the plan based on what helps most in real life.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy routine, avoid travel, or have a shorter check-in when time is limited. Therapists often use flexible scheduling to help integrate therapeutic work into everyday life without requiring major changes.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMulticultural concernsPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

5+ years

Listed in

Texas

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address related to anger?

She works with anger alongside issues like addictions, trauma, and low self-esteem. The focus is on managing strong reactions and improving how anger shows up in relationships and daily life.

How would you describe her approach and style?

Her style is practical and collaborative. She helps people identify strengths, learn coping skills, and set small goals to change patterns.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has five years of experience as a clinician working with addictions, trauma, anger, and related concerns.

What are her credentials and where is she located?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Texas and practices with clients in that state.

Which languages are offered for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she work with international clients?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How does pricing and payment work?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with her services?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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