Influential Woman · Mental Health & Social Work
Amy L. Dorsey, DSW, LCSW, SIFI
Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor & Field Instructor
Greenwich, CT 06830
I started to simply say "thank you" without following it up with something to put myself down. It was uncomfortable but repetition is the ingredient for healing.
Amy L. Dorsey, DSW, LCSW, SIFI · In Her Own Words
Her Story
About Amy
Dr. Amy L. Dorsey, DSW, LCSW, SIFI, is an accomplished social worker, psychotherapist, and clinical supervisor whose career reflects a deep commitment to healing and empowerment through trauma-informed care. With licensure in Connecticut, Florida, and Vermont, Dr. Dorsey provides psychotherapy to individuals and couples, along with supervision to pre-licensed clinicians. Her therapeutic work integrates evidence-based modalities such as Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and a myriad of Compassion-Focused and Somatic therapeutic approaches that help clients overcome post-traumatic stress, acute anxiety, depression, and complex relational and familial challenges.
Beyond her clinical practice, Dr. Dorsey is a respected educator and mentor. She has served as an adjunct professor for over a decade, teaching courses in social work and criminal justice while guiding future clinicians in ethical, compassionate practice. Her leadership extends to community initiatives as well—she chaired the Town of Greenwich Hoarding Task Force and collaborated with law enforcement, state agencies and healthcare providers to address substance use, domestic violence, and other critical issues affecting mental health.
Amy holds a Doctorate of Social Work in Advanced Clinical Practice from Southern Connecticut State University and a Master of Social Work from Fordham University and was inducted into The Honor Society of Phi Kapp Phi and Phi Alpha-Xi Gamma Honor Society during her studies at Fordham. She is also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional from the International Trauma Training Institute and an advocate for integrating trauma-informed principles into both education and practice. Guided by empathy, ethics, and evidence-based care, Amy continues to shape the field of social work through her clinical expertise, mentorship, and dedication to holistic healing.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Amy
01What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to perseverance, resilience, ambition and a deep commitment and motivation to achieve my goals. My journey from my first career in crime scene work with the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department to 13 years in the forensic sciences with the NYPD, and now to my current role as a psychotherapist and clinical supervisor, has taught me the power of growth and transformation at any age—lessons I carry forward as I prepare to launch my own private practice Redwood Paths Psychotherapy in 2026.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The first piece of career advice I’ve received is to be open to life-long learning and to embrace and know both your strengths and your areas of weakness. The second piece of advice I received was to welcome feedback as an opportunity for growth, even though feedback may be difficult to hear sometimes. The third piece was to never practice outside of your scope.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
The advice I’d give to young women entering my industry is to never doubt your capabilities—keep learning, reading, welcome feedback, and find a specialty that truly energizes and inspires you. As long as your practice is ethical, empathetic and client-focused, you already stand out.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
Challenges in the field right now are challenging insurance companies for reimbursement, the decision of paneling with insurance companies versus solo private pay only practicing, and the high risk of burnout without engaging in self-care practices.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
I value integrity, ethics, evidenced-based practices and the rights of my clients above all in my professional life. In my personal life, my family, friends, and connecting socially is important as a self-care practice! As one of eight siblings and a proud mom of two college students, I cherish time spent with loved ones, whether it's celebrating a family event or holiday, hiking with friends, socializing or simply relaxing and spending time with my children.
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