Our Therapists

As a Depth Psychotherapist, Amena A. Humphrey, Ph.D., integrates mind, body, and spirit in her holistic care. With an AAS in Physical Therapy from NYU (2000) and 24 years employed at the nation’s largest hospital in the U.S (by bedsize), where she worked alongside Famlee First Clinical Service’s founder Rick.

Beginning in the Rehabilitation Department as a Certified Lymphedema Therapist and Wound Care Specialist, she brings a unique blend of expertise.

She furthered her education with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Rollins College (2006), a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Barry University (2009), and a Ph.D. in Depth Psychotherapy with an emphasis in Psychoanalysis from Pacifica Graduate Institute (2016). Her dissertation, “Healing Shadow - Sexual Dysfunction after the Dismemberment of a Breast,” emerged from her work with breast cancer and lymphedema patients.

Amena specializes in complex PTSD, compassion fatigue, burnout, grief counseling, anxiety management, self-care integration, and trauma-focused therapy, utilizing trauma-informed care, Myofascial Release Techniques, and therapeutic touch to heal the whole person. With 12 years in private practice, she employs advanced clinical techniques such as psychodynamic therapy and mindfulness-based interventions to address unconscious patterns and promote emotional regulation. Her work with healthcare workers and individuals with chronic illness underscores her expertise in managing stress-related disorders and fostering resilience.

Amena creates a sacred space for clients to explore their depths, guiding them toward healing and transformation through a collaborative therapeutic relationship. Her passion for holistic healing drives her practice, blending physical and psychological care to support clients in achieving mental wellness.

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Fun Fact:

Amena enjoys gardening to connect with nature.

Specializations
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Complex PTSD 
Compassion fatigue 
Burnout 
Grief counseling
Self-care integration
 Trauma-focused therapy