Amanda S
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
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Therapy matters because being truly heard can change how we understand ourselves. Sometimes we need space to slow down, put words to our experiences, and gain perspective with someone who is genuinely present and without agenda. My approach is authentic, compassionate, and grounded in creating a space where clients feel safe to explore what’s beneath the surface.
I’m Amanda Hood, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and founder of Talking Path Counseling. I’ve been practicing since 2011 and work with clients in both traditional office sessions and outdoor walk-and-talk therapy.
Movement during therapy can support emotional processing, reduce stress, and help conversations flow more naturally. Whether we meet in the office or outdoors, my goal is to help clients feel more connected to themselves, supported in their growth, and less alone in what they’re carrying — finding healing along the talking path.
Starting therapy can feel vulnerable, especially when you’ve been carrying things alone for a long time. You don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out. Whether we meet in the office or outdoors, I strive to create a space where you feel supported, understood, and encouraged as you move toward healing and clarity. Reach out today.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $145
- Couple Sessions $200
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Out of Network
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Alabama / L738 Amanda S Hood
- In Practice for 16 years
- Attended Mercer University School of Medicine, Masters in Family Therapy, Graduated 2012
- Certificate from Int'l Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy 2019
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Amanda S Hood
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
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Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Relationship Issues
- Anxiety
- Depression
Expertise
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bisexual
- Chronic Pain
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Parenting
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Women's Issues
Amanda S Hood
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
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2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Existential
- Existential Issues
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Polyvagal informed therapist
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Location
Primary Location
The Talking Path Counseling by Amanda Hood, LMFT
Decatur, AL 35601
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Additional Location
Amanda S. Hood LMFT, LLC Georgia
Macon, GA 31213
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Amanda S Hood
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Take the first step to help. Call now - (256) 487-9616