Amelia (Markert) Shaw , LCSW

Amelia (Markert) Shaw is licensed in Virginia and practices with a focus on meeting people where they are and helping them navigate life's pressures and turning points. As an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), she works collaboratively and compassionately to address challenges such as difficult decisions, work and relationship tension, sudden life changes, and concerns related to mental health treatment. By building a trusting connection, she helps clients uncover fresh perspectives that reveal opportunities for growth and more manageable day-to-day living.

She recognizes the stigma that sometimes surrounds seeking help and frames therapy as a chance to learn more about oneself, face avoided feelings, and gain clearer understanding of personal choices and paths forward. While time can be limited and technology may introduce constraints, she emphasizes practical strategies for reducing stress, noticing how thoughts influence emotions and reactions, and creating focused plans for intentional change. Amelia is approachable, understanding, and dedicated to supporting people as they take the often-difficult first steps toward greater fulfillment and resilience.

Could online therapy be a good fit for you?

Many people wonder whether working with a therapist remotely can make a meaningful difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One of the main advantages is flexibility - clients can connect in the way that feels most comfortable, choosing between video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life.

Licensed professionals provide care through these remote formats, and clients are free to switch therapists if they would prefer a different fit. Online therapy offers an accessible option for people seeking support during transitions or for ongoing concerns, while still relying on trained therapists to guide the work.