Amber Howe
Social Work Intern | Young Adults & Adults
Veterans & Military Families • Trauma • Anxiety • Depression • Relationship Stress
I’m a social work intern pursuing my Master of Social Work at the University of Maryland. My experience includes supporting individuals living with chronic mental health conditions through community-based mental health services, which has shaped my belief that care should consider the whole person and the circumstances surrounding their life.
As an Army veteran and current military spouse, I also understand many of the unique experiences that can come with military life. I work with young adults, adults, and older adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, substance use, and the stress that can come with military service, transitions, and family life.
You Might Be a Good Fit If...
You’re a veteran, service member, or part of a military family
You’re processing trauma or difficult experiences
Anxiety, stress, or depression is affecting everyday life
Relationships are feeling strained or difficult to navigate
You’re adjusting to changes related to military service or civilian life
Substance use has become a concern
You want support that recognizes the impact of your environment and life circumstances
You’re looking for a therapist who focuses on your strengths as well as your challenges
My Approach
My work is grounded in:
Trauma-Informed Care
Person-Centered Therapy
Strengths-Based Support
Whole-Person Care
Veteran & Military-Informed Support
Social and Environmental Context
As a social work intern, my clinical work is completed within the appropriate supervision structure while I pursue my Master of Social Work at the University of Maryland.
I believe effective therapy starts with seeing the whole person, not just the challenges that brought them through the door. My approach is trauma-informed, person-centered, and strengths-based, which means we’ll pay attention to both what you’re struggling with and the strengths, experiences, and resources you already carry with you.
I also recognize that mental health doesn’t exist in isolation. Relationships, finances, work, housing, physical health, community, discrimination, military service, and other social circumstances can all influence emotional well-being.
Together, we can better understand what is affecting you, identify what feels most important to address, and develop realistic ways to create change that fit your life.
How I Can Help
Veterans, Service Members & Military Families
Military life can bring experiences and pressures that may be difficult for others to fully understand. As an Army veteran and military spouse, I bring both personal perspective and clinical training to my work with veterans, current service members, and military families.
Together, we can make space for the impact of service, transitions, relationships, identity, stress, and the many adjustments that can come with military life.
Substance Use
Substance use can sometimes become a way of coping with stress, trauma, difficult emotions, or overwhelming circumstances. I support clients in exploring the role substances may be playing in their lives while identifying healthier ways to cope and move forward.
Anxiety & Depression
Anxiety and depression can make it harder to feel grounded, motivated, or connected to yourself and the people around you. Together, we can explore what may be contributing to what you’re experiencing and develop practical ways to cope with difficult thoughts, emotions, and stress.
Relationships & Interpersonal Concerns
Stress, trauma, and major life experiences can all affect the way we communicate and connect with others. Therapy can provide space to explore relationship patterns, strengthen communication, and better understand your own needs and boundaries.