Amy B. Bjorkman, PhD, SEP

A thoughtful, somatic and neuroscience-informed approach to trauma healing and deeper, lasting change.

Who This Work Is Best Suited For

You’ve done therapy before, but something still feels missing
You understand your patterns, but still feel stuck
You’re carrying stress, anxiety, or trauma beneath the surface
You tend to “hold it all together” on the outside while feeling disconnected underneath
You’re looking for deeper, more embodied healing — not just insight

Hi, I’m Dr. Amy Bjorkman.

Many of the people I work with are used to holding it all together. They show up, achieve, and care for others while something inside still feels off.

Often, they’ve tried therapy before. They’ve talked about what’s going on, but left feeling like something was still missing.

My work is about helping that shift.

I’m a licensed psychologist, somatic experiencing practitioner, and founder of Mind Body Healing Collective in Scottsdale, Arizona. For over two decades, I’ve supported people navigating stress, anxiety, trauma, and the deeper patterns that keep them feeling stuck.

How I Approach the Work

What matters most in my work is not just what we talk about, but what’s happening in real time.

Many of my clients already have insight. They understand their patterns. What we focus on is what’s happening underneath that insight — in the nervous system — and how to work with it as it unfolds.

This is often where meaningful change begins.

I bring a steady, nonjudgmental presence into the room. I listen not only to your words, but to the patterns and adaptations that have helped you get through. I’m comfortable sitting with you in the hard places while helping you move through them in a way that feels grounded and supported.

My approach integrates somatic therapy, nervous system regulation, attachment work, and breathwork. These aren’t about fixing you, but helping you feel more connected, regulated, and like yourself again.

A Bit More About Me

I’m also a mom to two adult children—my son and my daughter, who is neurodivergent and has a complex medical history. She has been one of my greatest teachers. I understand, both personally and professionally, what it’s like to navigate the emotional toll and daily logistics of parenting a child with special needs and ongoing health challenges. That journey continues to shape the compassion, nuance, and realism I bring into the therapy room.

I’ve been married for over 27 years, and I know how relationships evolve, stretch, and sometimes fracture under pressure. I know how easy it is to lose yourself in caregiving, work, or responsibility, and how hard it can be to find your way back.

Outside of my work, you’ll usually find me outdoors. Nature is where I feel most grounded, especially in the mountains surrounded by the scent of ponderosa pines. I love yoga, long walks, historical fiction (especially with time travel), and spending time with my family watching football. These small joys keep me present, curious, and connected to the people I serve.

Working With Dr. Amy

I work with individuals seeking deeper trauma healing through somatic and neuroscience-informed approaches. My work is especially helpful for those who feel like they’ve tried to “figure it out” but are ready for a more embodied, supported process of change.

My intensive therapy model offers focused time and space to explore patterns, regulate the nervous system, and support meaningful, lasting change.

License and Certifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Missouri State University
Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Arizona State University
Doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology from Arizona State University
Licensed Psychologist: Arizona, #3797
Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) – Approved Session Provider (Beginning Level)
Daring Way™ Trained Facilitator
Certified Safe and Sound Protocol Facilitator (In-Person & Remote)
Unyte-Endorsed Mentor, Safe and Sound Protocol
Level II EMDR Therapist
Completed all four levels of Dynamic Attachment Repatterning experience (DARe) training (certification in progress)