- Stress management
- Guilt and shame work
- Communication skills
About Linda
Linda Ampofo is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Nevada with ten years of clinical experience. She works with adults who are coping with stress, anxiety, addiction, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. Linda also addresses related problems such as communication difficulties, isolation and loneliness, guilt and shame, and questions about life purpose.
Sessions are focused on practical steps people can use right away. She listens for patterns that keep a person stuck and helps name them. Then she works with clients to try different strategies to reduce distress and improve day-to-day functioning.
Linda draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to shape treatment. She prefers a collaborative approach where goals and methods are agreed together. That includes looking at how relationships, background, and cultural influences affect thoughts and feelings.
Her work often includes discussion of addictive behaviors and how they intersect with mood and anxiety. She helps people explore communication habits and rebuild self-esteem through concrete skills and repeated practice. There is attention to guilt and shame as emotions that can linger after choices or difficult family or faith experiences.
Clients can expect straightforward conversation about what is happening and what might change. The focus is on manageable steps and on tracking what helps over time. People who speak English or Akan can work with her, and sessions are based in Nevada.
How evidence-based methods translate to online work
Linda draws on common evidence-based therapeutic techniques in her practice. Cognitive-behavioral approaches focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavioral experiments to reduce anxiety and reshape self-critical thinking. These methods help people notice patterns and try alternative responses in everyday situations.Motivational and relapse-prevention strategies are often used when addressing drug and alcohol concerns. These approaches break down goals into manageable steps, strengthen motivation for change, and plan for high-risk moments. They pair well with work on guilt and shame by separating behavior from identity and by rehearsing new choices.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Linda will help decide which techniques fit a person's goals and preferences. She frames the process as collaborative, checking in about what is helpful and adjusting methods over time.
Confirm session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Talk with her during the matching steps about the practical arrangements that will best fit your schedule and needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Nevada
Languages
English, Akan
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, low self-esteem, and depression, plus related areas like guilt and shame and isolation.
How would she approach shame or guilt?
She uses evidence-based techniques to identify thoughts and behaviors that keep shame or guilt active and then practices concrete skills to lessen their impact.
What experience does she bring?
Linda has ten years of experience working as a therapist in clinical settings and private practice in Nevada.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) licensed in Nevada and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Akan.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.