I am an LPC in Alabama. I have a Bachelor's degree from The University of Alabama at Birmingham in Mass Communication and a Master's degree from Liberty University in Licensed Professional Counseling. I have been certified in Motivational Interviewing (MI), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Experiential Therapy (ET). Currently, I and own an out-patient practice however my prior experience includes work as a substance abuse counselor and therapist in a group home and mental health hospital.
I have worked with clients from a variety of populations with depression, anxiety, anger problems, parenting problems, PTSD, trauma , addiction issues and ADHD. My ideal client is looking to start a on a path towards personal enlightenment. My hope is to reach my clients where they are and uplift them through open communication and affirming sessions that guide them towards self actualization. I am here as a facilitator and I hope to be given the opportunity to assist clients while on the m path toward self-actualization. My focus is building positive cognitive behavioral practices and allowing clients to structure a foundation for a successful and promising future.
I believe in creating a space where clients feel a sense of welcome, belonging, and hope. A good counselor knows compassion and empathy, and I honor both in my practice every day. I hope to provide clients with the a safe space to heal and approach my practice with this intention daily. Therapy is challenging and takes courage and I am here to support you all the way.
Additional areas of focus: Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Adoption and Foster Care, Attachment issues, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Cancer, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Gender Dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-love, Sex Addiction, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
AL LPC LPC04332
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Love her!
Written on Jan 04, 2023 after therapy with Amanda for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
Amanda Reid is the real deal. This isn't the kind of half-listening and canned nonsense I've gotten from plenty of therapists. She listens to the actual content of what you are saying and takes notes. She actually has empathy and can express that empathy in a constructive way, and has awesome resources to share to make the most of your time between sessions too. I am thrilled to be working with someone who really makes me feel seen, heard, and understood.
Written on Nov 17, 2022 after therapy with Amanda for 3 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse
Really good at her job
Written on Nov 08, 2022 after therapy with Amanda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and adhd