Amy Birk, LCSW

THERAPIST FOR HIGH-ACHIEVERS IN HOUSTON, TEXAS

My story

My story of becoming a therapist starts with me as a client on the couch.  I moved to NYC in my 20s when I was a young, ambitious professional. I loved living in the city and finding my way but it was also so much change – a demanding career, new friends, dating and relationships, and stress and anxiety that was under the surface of the “achievement” and “success” on the surface. So, I found a therapist to help me slow down, block out the noise of the city and the opinions of others, and figure out who I really was and who I was becoming. Just as I was tending to my physical body through running and yoga, therapy helped me tend to my inner world. The results were life-changing. 

Over time, I had a dream of becoming a therapist and made a career pivot. I love sitting with my clients, who I know lead busy and full lives, and provide an opportunity for them to get quiet, get slow, and figure out what they really want.

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Credentials & Training

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners

  • Group Therapy Training Institutes – Onsite, American Group Psychotherapy Association, and the Houston Group Psychotherapy Society

  • 2-Year Distance Learning Program – Center for Modern Psychoanalytic Studies in NYC, NY

  • Psychodynamic Psychotherapy program – Center for Psychoanalytic Studies in Houston, TX (starting September 2026)

What you can count on

I look forward to getting to know you and holding space for your story. I provide a compassionate environment for you to process, share, explore, and deepen your self-awareness to help you improve your quality of life. I feel called to do this work as a therapist and know it is a huge responsibility. You will be met with deep respect and care as we work collaboratively to foster growth and transformation in your life. If for any reason, your needs for therapy are outside of the scope of my work and expertise, I will be honest with you and provide referrals to help you find a therapist aligned to your needs.