Amanda Shihhan Lu
Counselor, LMHC-D (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Let's Connect (332) 455-1622
As an Asian immigrant, I understand firsthand the pressures of balancing cultural expectations with life in the U.S.—feeling torn between family obligations and personal goals, navigating identity in different cultural spaces, or struggling to express emotions that may not feel “acceptable” in your community. These experiences inform my work with clients who feel stuck, anxious, or disconnected, especially when patterns from the past show up in relationships, work, or life transitions. I create a compassionate, culturally attuned space for clients seeking to better understand themselves, explore their emotions, and build confidence.
I work best with people who feel stuck, disconnected, or keep running into the similar challenges in life. You might experience anxiety, mood swings, relationship issues, and want to better understand your emotions (and why they show up). We will work on finding inner calm, and build the confidence to navigate life on your own terms.
Working with me is like a mental workout that strengthen your connection with self. All you need is curiosity, patience and some effort. We will explore patterns that show up in your relationships, your emotions and overwhelming moments in life. We will build a space to untangle confusion, reconnect with your inner compass, and build clarity and resilience.
Call or Email Amanda Shihhan Lu now for a free 15 minute consultation - (332) 455-1622
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $185
- Couple Sessions $225
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Aetna EAP
- Aetna Medicare
- Aetna Student Health
- Anthem
- Anthem EAP
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- BlueShield of Northeastern New York
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Cigna EAP
- Cigna Medicare
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Amanda Shihhan Lu
Counselor, LMHC-D
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (332) 455-1622
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 012457 Shihhan Lu
- In Practice for 7 years
- Attended Teachers College, Columbia University, MEd, MA, Graduated 2020
- License: Washington State 61677358 / 2025
- Degree/Diploma from Teachers College, Columbia M.A. and Ed. M / 2020
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Amanda Shihhan Lu
Counselor, LMHC-D
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (332) 455-1622
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Bipolar Disorder
- Career Counseling
- Caregivers
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Dual Diagnosis
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
Amanda Shihhan Lu
Counselor, LMHC-D
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (332) 455-1622
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Mixed Race
I also speak
Mandarin ,
Taiwanese
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Mixed Race
I also speak
Mandarin ,
Taiwanese
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Humanistic
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Psychoanalytic
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Amanda Shihhan Lu
Counselor, LMHC-D
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (332) 455-1622