I am licensed in Virginia with 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with depression and anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, and much more. I can provide faith-based OR secular therapy. I am also a kink-friendly, poly-friendly, sex-positive therapist. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have MANY strengths that will assist you in overcoming the things that challenge you. I am here to support you on the journey to a more fulfilling and satisfying life, whatever that may look like for you!
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Smoking / vaping cessation, 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), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
VA LCSW 0904010173
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Amanda Dodd. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Amanda is a absolute pleasure to work with. She really listens and is able to help me think through challenging situations through other perspectives to bolster my mental toolbox.
Written on May 23, 2025 after therapy with Amanda for 1 year and 11 months on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
Amanda has helped me go through some of the hardest times in my life and I am very grateful to have her as my therapist. Her professionalism and attention to details made me feel safe and heard. She would keep notes and remembered things that I told her two years ago when I barely remember that was something I went through. It was very easy to communicate with Amanda. I can't ask for a better therapist!
Written on Apr 13, 2025 after therapy with Amanda for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and compassion fatigue
Better Help itself is okay, but Amanda Dodd is one of the best allies in my tribe. She is supportive, engaging, receptive, but also doesn’t mind telling me the truth and calling me out. Really enjoyed this last year with her and recommend her to many in my personal network.
Written on Jan 23, 2025 after therapy with Amanda for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
It’s incredible to reflect on the past year and how much has changed since starting therapy with Amanda. Working with her has been nothing short of transformative. Amanda creates such a safe and comfortable environment, making it easy to express thoughts and emotions openly. Her attentiveness and understanding stand out—there’s never a moment where I’ve felt unheard or misunderstood, even when I’m not articulating things perfectly.
One of the most impactful tools Amanda has shared is the practice of checking in with myself before committing to anything. It’s a simple yet life-changing strategy that has helped me set boundaries and prioritize what truly feels good for me.
Therapy with Amanda has also been instrumental in navigating a particularly difficult time in my family relationships. When I first began, I felt lost, overwhelmed, and stuck in a negative headspace. With her guidance, I’ve been able to work through those emotions, find joy in the positives, and set the boundaries I needed to move forward. While the family dynamics are still challenging, the progress I’ve made in managing them has been significant.
What sets Amanda apart is her genuine care and commitment. Her check-ins during the hardest moments have meant so much, and the tools she’s provided have been invaluable for getting through tough times. Overall, her ability to create a space where growth and healing can happen is truly remarkable. I’m so grateful for the support and skills I’ve gained through this process.
Written on Dec 04, 2024 after therapy with Amanda for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, coping with life changes, and adhd
Amanda listens to everything but also has great advice. I highly recommend her
Written on Sep 26, 2024 after therapy with Amanda for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
Amanda is amazing! She is compassionate and kind. She will uncover and ask questions to really get to the heart of the issue. Cannot thank her enough!
Written on Sep 24, 2024 after therapy with Amanda for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes