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Amy Staley

Ambassador & Survivor Educator

Amy Staley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with nearly two decades of experience, holding a Master's in Social Work from Boston University. Her career has been dedicated to helping those affected by trauma and navigating the mental health system.
Collaborating with NAMI Arapahoe/Douglas Counties, Amy spearheaded a community survey project that highlighted the voices of youth, individuals, and families, shedding light on mental health challenges and available resources. She is committed to empowering communities through research and advocacy. Amy continues to work with NAMI Arapahoe/Douglas Counties on a “For Youth by Youth” initiative to create increased access to mental health resources.
Additionally, Amy shares her expertise on the Nobody's Perfect Podcast, providing a seasoned perspective and discussing her personal vulnerabilities as an individual and parent. Her authenticity is both relatable and transformative.
Amy’s passion for treatment for people who have experienced trauma led Amy to a role in supporting experts in the field who train mental health professionals in advanced clinical training. Amy is a Program Manager with Kase & Co, which is a training organization with a comprehensive approach to EMDR training is unlike any other. We strive to create engaging, inspiring and dynamic training experiences to help deepen practitioners to empower their clients to break through to a new level of healing. The team teaches in a trauma-informed manner, focusing heavily on felt experience throughout the learning process.

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Events featuring Amy Staley
Events featuring Amy Staley