Dr. Amy Wytiaz
Practical, evidence-informed therapy focused on change
CA Psychologist 29962 California
- Experience
- 12 years in practice
- Focus areas
- Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship
- Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Languages
- English
About Amy
Dr. Amy Wytiaz brings a practical, evidence-informed orientation to therapy rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy while drawing on complementary methods to address complex life challenges.
Background and approach
She is a California licensed psychologist (CA Psychologist 29962) with twelve years of clinical experience and a long history of working with addiction-related concerns. Her work emphasizes helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, addictive behaviors, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, and issues around intimacy and self-esteem.
Dr. Wytiaz adapts treatment to each person's circumstances, integrating approaches such as ACT, DBT, attachment-based strategies, and client-centered techniques to support skills-building, emotional regulation, and clearer interpersonal patterns.
She also has experience with bipolar presentations, ADHD, parenting and blended family dynamics, co-occurring substance concerns, and a range of other challenges including body image, codependency, and communication or commitment issues. Therapy is offered in English from California, and sessions are available through multiple online formats to fit varied schedules.
Therapeutic approaches suited to online care
Dr. Amy Wytiaz frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical strategies for managing symptoms like anxiety, depression, and problematic behaviors. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is also part of her practice, helping clients clarify values and take committed action while learning ways to relate differently to difficult thoughts and feelings. Attachment-based techniques inform work on relational patterns and communication so clients can better understand emotional bonds and repair interpersonal difficulties.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process; the therapist will work with each person to determine which combination of methods best fits their goals, needs, and preferences. Sessions often begin with assessment and discussion of priorities so the treatment plan aligns with what the client hopes to change.
Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These options make it easier to attend regularly, fit therapy into busy schedules, and maintain continuity of care when life circumstances change, while allowing licensed professionals to deliver structured, skills-focused work across different formats.
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Experience
12+ years
Licensed
California
Languages
English