Amanda Stanitsas Karas

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

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Amanda Stanitsas Karas

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT (she, her)

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2 Endorsed

1180 SE Division St Suite, Bend, OR 97702

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1180 SE Division St Suite Bend, OR 97702

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I am accepting new clients at Lark Song Counseling. If you keep thinking, "why can't I just get over this already?", you don't want a space where you have to perform, explain, or be the strong one. Or if you're just tired of telling everyone, "I'm fine", then give me a call. Therapy with me is not a cookie-cutter experience. Each individual has unique needs, and one size does not fit all. With more than 11 years experience working with children, families, and adults, I have learned how to create an inviting and collaborative therapeutic space where each session is focused on growth and connection.

Sitting down with me you will feel compassion and permission to let down your guards. If you would like to engage in a warm, healing, and comfortable therapeutic alliance I am the therapist for you. I support the LGBTQIA+ community and follow WPATH Standards of Care, offering inclusive, creative, and compassionate mental health support.

If you're ready to make some changes in your life I’d be happy to offer a free 15-minute consultation to explore how we might work together. This is a chance for you to ask questions, share what you’re looking for, and see if my approach feels like a good fit.

Call or Email Amanda Stanitsas Karas now for a free 15 minute consultation - (458) 217-8299

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Lark Song Counseling LLC

1180 SE Division St Suite

Bend, OR 97702 map

(458) 217-8299

My website

I offer therapy in person on a super soft sofa, or virtually from the comfort of your own home. I'm available Tuesday - Friday.

I specialize in Transgender, Parenting and Women's Issues

$190 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and families

Let's Connect (458) 217-8299

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Lark Song Counseling LLC

1180 SE Division St Suite

Bend, OR 97702 map

(458) 217-8299

My website

I offer therapy in person on a super soft sofa, or virtually from the comfort of your own home. I'm available Tuesday - Friday.

I specialize in Transgender, Parenting and Women's Issues

$190 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and families

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $190

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
BlueCross and BlueShield
Medicaid
Moda Health
Optum
Oregon Health Plan (OHP)
PacificSource
Providence
Regence

I am in-network with Aetna, Medicaid, Oregon Health Plan (OHP), Pacific Source and Providence. Cash pay also accepted. We accept self-pay clients either wish cash/check, or a credit card charge online. Our credit card system charges 5 percent, but cash pay is accepted to avoid this charge.

Amanda Stanitsas Karas

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (458) 217-8299

Amanda Stanitsas Karas

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (458) 217-8299

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Oregon / T2209 Amanda Stanitsas

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 11 years

Attended California Institute of Integral Studies, MA Counseling Psychology Expressive Arts Therapy, Graduated 2015

Additional Credentials

Certificate from Synergetic Play Therapy 2022

Certificate from Synergetic Play Therapy Supervisor 2026

Over 11 years of experience as a therapist, supervisor, and compassionate mental health support to families across diverse communities. If you feel like you have tried everything, and nothing is helping, let's try something new.

Amanda Stanitsas Karas

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (458) 217-8299

Amanda Stanitsas Karas

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (458) 217-8299

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Transgender
Parenting
Women's Issues

Expertise

ADHD
Anxiety
Bisexual
Body Image
Chronic Illness
Chronic Pain
Coping Skills
Depression
Grief
Lesbian
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Peer Relationships
Polyamory & ENM
Racial Identity
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Self-Harming
Stress
Trauma and PTSD

If you need help navigating relationships or lifestyle changes, parenting, or a teen/child in your life is having a hard time set up a consult with me. During our assessment session we will discuss current challenges, a brief life history, and collaborate on goals to achieve. Most of my clients see progress towards goals within the first month, and consistent growth thereafter.

Amanda Stanitsas Karas

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (458) 217-8299

Amanda Stanitsas Karas

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (458) 217-8299

2 Endorsements

Sarah M. Scott

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Amanda is a deeply compassionate therapist with a gift for helping clients to honor their authentic selves. Her curiosity and enthusiasm make the therapeutic process both healing and fun! You'd be lucky to work with this wonderful person.

Lark Song Counseling LLC

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

Amanda is a wise and caring therapist. Her advanced training with the 0-5 population sets her a part in her work using Somatic Play Therapy. She works with families to collaborate, support, and bring healing to our littlest of humans.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American ,

Native American

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American ,

Native American

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
Culturally Sensitive
EMDR
Expressive Arts
Family Systems
Person-Centered
Play Therapy
Psychodynamic
Relational
Sandplay
Strength-Based
Structural Family Therapy

I use a blend of therapy approaches to meet your unique needs. This includes play therapy, expressive arts, EMDR, and family systems work, all with a focus on compassion and cultural humility. Together, we create a safe, supportive space to help you heal, grow, and build emotional strength.

Amanda Stanitsas Karas

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (458) 217-8299

Amanda Stanitsas Karas

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (458) 217-8299

Location

Primary Location

Lark Song Counseling LLC

1180 SE Division St Suite

Bend, OR 97702

(458) 217-8299

Email Me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Deschutes

Zips

I offer therapy in person on a super soft sofa, or virtually from the comfort of your own home. I'm available Tuesday - Friday.

Amanda Stanitsas Karas

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call for a free consultation now - (458) 217-8299

I offer therapy in person on a super soft sofa, or virtually from the comfort of your own home. I'm available Tuesday - Friday.

Amanda Stanitsas Karas

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Call for a free consultation now - (458) 217-8299

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