As a licensed therapist in New York, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My approach centers on compassionate, holistic healing, with deep expertise in addressing depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and trauma recovery.
I'm dedicated to helping clients navigate life's most challenging transitions—from young adult struggles to midlife shifts, workplace stress to personal identity exploration. My therapeutic work focuses on empowering individuals to cultivate self-love, improve communication, and break cycles of isolation.
My practice honors the unique journey of each person, offering specialized support for women's issues, family dynamics, and personal growth. I bring a trauma-informed, strengths-based perspective that helps clients develop resilience, rebuild self-esteem, and create meaningful connections.
Through collaborative, personalized therapy, I support individuals in transforming difficult experiences into opportunities for healing and self-discovery. My goal is to create a supportive environment where you can explore your challenges, rediscover your strengths, and move toward a more fulfilling life.
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Traumatic brain injury, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
NY LMHC 010336
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I can’t recommend Amanda enough. She has a way of keeping things real in the most helpful, refreshing way – no fluff, just honest, thoughtful conversations that actually move you forward. She really takes the time to understand where I’m coming from and what I’m dealing with, while still offering an unbiased perspective that challenges me in a good way.
What stands out most is that her advice feels genuine and practical, not generic. I always leave our sessions with something meaningful to think about and actionable steps I can take. If you’re looking for a therapist who truly listens but also isn’t afraid to give you real, constructive guidance, Amanda is amazing.
Written on May 05, 2026 after therapy with Amanda for 6 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Amanda is so easy to talk to and so supportive, I feel way more comfortable with her than most people I have talked too
Written on Mar 05, 2026 after therapy with Amanda for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Amanda is Amazing! She makes me feel like I can share anything with her!
Written on Feb 10, 2026 after therapy with Amanda for 2 months on issues concerning intimacy-related issues
10/10 she is the best!!
Written on Dec 03, 2025 after therapy with Amanda for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem
I’ve been with Amanda for a year now, and it’s been a wonderful experience. She is caring, listens, and has helped me immensely. Her personable and thoughtful manner allows you to come as you are, and together, we’ve talked through many things that I had no one else to discuss with. I value her insight and how she has helped me on issues small and large. I can’t recommend her highly enough.
Written on Nov 18, 2025 after therapy with Amanda for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
Great so far a few weeks in.
Written on Nov 06, 2025 after therapy with Amanda for 3 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem