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My therapeutic approach is evidenced based. We will identify your goals and work on empowering you to overcome obstacles that may be in your way. The therapeutic experience will develop more effective personal skills to improve every aspect of you're life. I have worked in the helping profession since 2010, serving adults and teens in several different roles. I have experience working with daily stressors, beginning college life, emotion regulation skills, stress, and negative self-talk.

I believe that nobody is immune to the ups and downs that life can bring. The power of having a safe space with a therapist you connect with can make all the difference. My goal as a therapist is to help you find greater self-compassion, healing, hope, and the strength within yourself to find solutions that work for you.

Email for a quick response. "You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated." ---Maya Angelou. We all experience difficulties. When life gets complicated, when we are overwhelmed and just need some guidance to navigate our day, when we need to feel more in control, to feel comfortable and safe, counseling is helpful. Every one of us could use someone to listen, an opportunity to speak freely and be supported. This is my focus and passion. I have extensive experience working with youth and adults who are experiencing sadness, worry, anger, grief, and trauma.

Whether it is to self or others, Amanda believes that a sense of connection is where individuals thrive best. She focusses on cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and spiritual aspects that impact everyone’s relationship to self and others.  Amanda brings a warm and accepting approach where individuals feel safe and understood. She works from a strengths-based perspective allowing individuals and families capitalize on already existing skillsets to further their journey in healing and evolving.

Owing my story and loving myself through the process is one of the greatest things that I have done. My passion is to help you define your story, start your journey of self-love, and become your holistic self without limitations. I will meet you where you are emotionally and cognitively and work with you through a multi-cultural lens.

I understand that relationships and connections with others can sometimes be difficult. My purpose is to help clients explore their frustrations and help them make meaningful connections with their natural supports. Communication and trust are important qualities to me as a therapist and in all aspects of life. They are the foundation of my work and drive therapy towards healing and positive outcomes. .

"Email for faster response" As a clinical professional counselor with over 10 years of experience, I provide an individualized and diverse approach to help you achieve your needs and have worked with a wide range of concerns such as: LGBTQ, addictions, behavioral issues, personal wellness, depression, stress/anxiety, PTSD, relationship issues, and many other issues you may be struggling with. With me you can expect a warm, safe, trusting, empathetic, and compassionate person who truly understands and cares about your well-being on a very personal level.

***I AM CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AND WILL REASSESS AVAILABILITY IN MAY*** How does one stay hopeful when today can be so hard? We all crave connection and can benefit from being heard in a confidential space without judgement. The challenges we face in life come in many forms, but everyone has the capacity to experience positive change. It would be my privilege to hear your story and support you in your current season. I work with teens (16+) and adults, and take a Person-Centered Therapy approach when developing a plan of care. Therapy should be about reaching your goals for life change.

My goal with clients is to assist them in finding their unique path towards feeling better. I assist clients with a number of challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress/trauma, coping, grief, intrusive thoughts, and boundaries. My allyship to diverse communities is essential to my work, and I value my connections with African American, LGBTQ+, kink, polyamory/consensual non-monogamy, & faith-based communities. By understanding who you are as a person, we will uncover what therapy options best suit you.

I was an elementary teacher for 7 years before getting my master's degree in marriage and family counseling. I've been in private practice for 14 years as well as being a school counselor. In addition, I've taught Love and Logic parenting classes for the last 13 years. I work with individuals, couples or families and work well with children, too.

Are you stressed, anxious and questioning your self worth? Are you trying to be perfect in relationships and at work? Do you have anxiety about living up to others expectations? Living with anxiety and constantly trying to people please everyone around you can be exhausting and leave you feel resentful and burnt out. There is help and relief.

Has emotional pain left you feeling disconnected? Are you living in anger, anxiety, and even stagnation? You can’t sleep, memories haunt you, and your relationships are suffering. You are living life in chaos… and it feels normal! You’re ready to be emotional well, to feel balanced within. Most of all, you are ready to live authentically to the call of your heart, mind, body, and soul… feeling enabled, capable, and stable. Rest assured, my hypnotherapy and trauma recovery coaching services can help you clear away the FOG (fear, obligation, and guilt) once and for all.

Are you struggling with stress and anxiety? Do you stress eat in secret and feel shame? Has sex become problematic? My clients are often outwardly successful and well-liked by friends and family, yet inwardly trying to manage stress and anxiety that negatively affects their sleep, relationships, and self-confidence. They want a way out from under this heavy burden and seek the experience of inner calm and joy. They desire to respond to life on life's terms in healthy ways -- ways they know are possible yet difficult in their present circumstances.