Amy Geller, DSW, LCSW, joined A Home Within in 2023 first as the Chapter Director of our New Jersey chapter, and now also as a volunteer therapist working one-on-one with a client.
Volunteers / Amy Geller, DSW, LCSW
Becoming a Chapter Director in NJ has allowed me the opportunity to network with and learn from other like-minded clinicians.
What's a fun fact about you?
Amy: In addition to my private practice, teaching, and volunteering, I love collecting vinyl records and seeing live music. This made the recent 30 year anniversary celebration of A Home Within in Boston even more special. Besides meeting so many wonderful people in person, we were entertained by the talented Lucy Kaplansky!
Why did you decide to join A Home Within?
Amy: As a passionate advocate for adoptees, many of whom have experienced some time in foster care, I saw volunteering for A Home Within as a way to offer accessible services to my community. When I signed up to volunteer, I was inspired to continue the dedicated legacy of the clinical directors who had gone before me.
What is your favorite part about volunteering with us?
Amy: Becoming a Clinical Director in NJ has allowed me the opportunity to network with and learn from other like-minded clinicians. (Private practice, as we know, can be so isolating.) I love the idea of making private practice model counseling accessible to folks who might otherwise never know it's available.
What would you say to someone considering volunteering with A Home Within?
Amy: I have been working with an AHW client for many months now. It has been highly rewarding to use my expertise and be of service in this way. I would encourage any therapist who seeks a way to give back to their community to consider joining A Home Within. It is a warm, friendly, and super supportive organization. We'd love to have you join us!
Thank you so much, Amy, for the many ways you donate your time and skills to A Home Within!
At a Glance
A Home Within’s community includes nearly 500 therapists in 20 chapters across 10 states.
Dozens of free consultation groups and continuing education events are offered each year.
This year, over 150 therapists nationwide became volunteers, leading to a 25% increase in our network!