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Dr. Amy King, aka Dr. Amy, is a licensed psychologist who provides training, consultation, and education to medical providers and clinics. Among her specialties is working with professionals to help create resilient children, patients and thriving families, guiding them to heal their stress and trauma through connected relationships. Her experience includes serving as a statewide trainer for the Oregon Department of Human Services and subject matter expert to promote child wellness in pediatric settings on behalf of the Children's Health Alliance. Her current work is promoting resilience within primary care medical homes and through partnership and collaboration via her podcast, her membership, and speaking opportunities and trainings.

The past few weeks, I’ve offered some resources to navigate uncertainty. So many of you have reached out with appreciation for tools and resources. This past week, we upleveled, and I was joined by my colleague, Dr. Amber Nelson, to talk with a large healthcare organization about messaging for parents of children who fear separation due […]

What the World Needs Now, Part 2

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Dr. Amy and her Godson, Brooks. She’s CRAZY about him! I’m sitting here writing Chapter 8 of my new book, Crazy About That Kid. It’s for parents and professionals who care for children (and if you’re reading this, that’s you). The whole premise is simple, but not always easy: Kids don’t just need rules.They need relationships.They need at […]

What the World Needs Now

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When the world feels uncertain, I try to show up with tools and resources. I try to offer community and support. This week is no different.  And finally, from Daniel Baylis –  What is your profession? Not, what makes you money?  Rather, what do you wish to profess to the world? What is your statement?  What […]

Navigating Uncertainty

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On my walk today, looking at the icy, crystallized branches of trees and bushes through a dense, cold fog, I was reminded of why I love fractals. They’re everywhere in nature and oh-so-important. I share this because, as I was walking, feelings of sadness and disillusionment were pervasive as I thought about the state of […]

Fractals, Fog, & Hope

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Year at a Glance: Let’s Partner in 2026 In a world that’s hungry for meaningful connection, we’re here for you. At Dr. Amy & Team, we specialize in building relational health from the inside out — with individuals, teams, and organizations. And when people work with us, they feel it: the love, the learning, and the transformation […]

Ready to Connect in 2026? Here’s What’s Coming 

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As we pack away 2025 (and maybe just now recycle that rogue holiday card), I’m taking a big breath and a moment of gratitude. This year, we zigzagged across the country, logged thousands of miles, and got to be in rooms with some of the most committed, compassionate, and change-making humans out there.  And in […]

From Malheur to Miami – and Beyond!

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As we wrap up 2025, I’ve been reflecting on what I want you to carry into the new year—and what I want you to leave behind. Here’s what I want you to leave: • Overwhelm • Perfectionism • “I’ll figure it out alone” energy Here’s what I want you to carry into 2026: • Clarity • Compassion • Community • And a […]

2025 Reflections…

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This is big. For years, parents and professionals have said to me: “Gosh, I wish I could carry you around in my pocket.” Well… now you can. After months of dreaming, building, and refining, I’ve created a custom GPT—your own AI-powered partner, built with my brain and heart. This tool is for parents, caregivers, educators, therapists, […]

You Asked. I Built It.

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Thank you for all of your sweet & silly responses to my yearly rant about The Elf! If you’re impatient about the sneak peek, scroll to the bottom! As the year wraps up, I want to thank all of you for following our team via this newsletter. I absolutely adore hearing from you, and for those of […]

End of Year Offerings & a SNEAK PEEK

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We’re prepping for the holidays over here at Dr. Amy & Team, and that means celebrating our team! Take a look at this beautiful crew! Now, onto some raw feelings about the elf… Can we talk about the damn elf? I mean, really. I feel like elf vs. no elf has the stress and weight of […]

Can we talk about the ELF?

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