I am an individual therapist licensed in Washington State with ten years of experience in therapeutic interventions with clients presenting with a variety of different concerns. These include depression, anxiety, LGBTQIA-related concerns, relationship issues including in non-traditional relationships, and stress-related, motivation, and self-esteem challenges. I have also worked with people with trauma, addictions, parenting issues, and grief and loss. I also carry the credentials of Child Mental Health Therapist and Perinatal Mental Health Specialist.
My style as a therapist is warm, genuine, honest, and casual, as well as interactive. I believe that you are the expert on your situation and come with the ability to overcome challenges, even if it may not feel that way right now. You are capable of making change, and I'm here to help. I believe everyone deserves to be heard with compassion and respect. My approach to therapy combines cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, and solution-focused counseling. We will work together on your goals and needs and come up with a plan to get there. It's important to note that I only offer communication via text, including asynchronous, email-style messaging and live sessions, which are instant-messenger style communications in real time.
I am thrilled that you've decided to reach out, and I can't wait to meet you, get to know you, and help you meet your goals.
Professional experience
10 yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyLGBTQ+Self esteem, MotivationDepressionCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, ADHD, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fertility issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Money and financial issues, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-love, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Amanda McLean. 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 has been fantastic to work with. She always seems to know just what to say. She’s a great listener, and very supportive.
Written on Aug 01, 2023 after therapy with Amanda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, and relationship issues
I learned from Amanda to not only take accountability for my shortcomings and fix them (gently, forgiving myself) but to also value myself as well. Through betterhelp I am really learning that putting myself first is not a bad thing and that I need to work on doing this, in a healthy way.
Written on Mar 30, 2023 after therapy with Amanda for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and coping with life changes
I have searched for years for a great fit, Amanda McLean takes the time to talk, listen, and work through any issues or experience I'm having and it has been not only a truly uplifting experience, but I have grown so much. I have never felt so me, or felt so happy in my life.
Written on Mar 14, 2023 after therapy with Amanda for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She is professional and is very knowledgable. I would recommend her to anyone in a heartbeat. She has really made me feel like myself again. I cannot thank her enough for all she has done for me!
Written on Feb 20, 2023 after therapy with Amanda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and self esteem
Communicates well
Written on Jan 14, 2023 after therapy with Amanda for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life
Amanda is supportive, encouraging, and trusts me to be the expert on my own experience while still providing guidance.
Written on Jan 10, 2023 after therapy with Amanda for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Thank you for always being a positive encouragement!
Written on Dec 28, 2022 after therapy with Amanda for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Amanda is so helpful and has provided so many insights! I appreciate her support and validation.
Written on Dec 01, 2022 after therapy with Amanda for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and adhd
I think it was pure luck that I got matched with Amanda, but I am so happy that I was! I signed up for BetterHelp through an EAP with my work to deal with an urgent social issue. Eventually that issue was resolved, but I chose to continue working with Amanda on my relationships, which I hadn’t nurtured through therapy in the past. The text based therapy was very new to me, but worked really well for my personal communication style. Whether in an instant messaging session, or communicating through our general chat portal, I always felt listened to and respected by Amanda, and responded to in a timely fashion. I valued her familiarity with the LGBTQ+ community, and non-traditional relationship styles.
Written on Nov 28, 2022 after therapy with Amanda for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning lgbt, and relationship issues
Therapy has been a very new, and much needed experience for me. Amanda has gently eased me into the process, and makes hard conversations easy. Would recommend highly to anyone I know.
Written on Aug 26, 2022 after therapy with Amanda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and
I love working with Amanda on myself. She gets it! It's a wonderful feeling being backed & respected by someone as proficient and kind as her. She responds incredibly quickly, and I look forward to learning from each of her messages.
Written on Jun 15, 2022 after therapy with Amanda for 2 weeks
I've been a patient of Amanda's for a couple of years now, and she's easily the best therapist I've ever had. She responds in a timely manner and has provided amazing advice and coping strategies countless times, no matter the situation I find myself in. She has been excellent since day one and provided a sense of relief with everything that's been going on in my world (and the world in general).
Written on Apr 14, 2022 after therapy with Amanda for 1 year and 6 months
Amanda is amazing! She is a great listener and always know just want to say or what advice to give me.
Written on Jan 10, 2022 after therapy with Amanda for 11 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and eating disorders
Amanda was a fantastically accommodating, friendly, stabilizing influence in a time where I felt like I had no one to turn to. She met me where I was and helped me build up my good habits and coping mechanisms, piece by piece, to the point where I feel comfortably self sufficient. I greatly appreciate her help.
Written on Dec 19, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
I have always been nervous to start therapy and finding Amanda McLean has been amazing for me. She’s super kind and helpful and has made the process so easy for me!
Written on Dec 07, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and adhd
Amanda has helped pull me back to the surface and begin to navigate through some tough family issues. The validation has made me feel like a new person - a thousand times lighter! I feel seen and heard through messaging in my own time. No pressure to have to set an appointment or be on camera is awesome. I get the help I need without having phone or video anxiety to worry about.
Written on Nov 13, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
I was very skeptical of therapy and if I could find someone who would take on my long list of concerns. Amanda is more than I could have hoped for. She is smart, kind, and great at her job.
Written on Oct 29, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Amanda has helped me in more ways than I can count. I've been to therapy before and this time I was very certain I needed a direct approach. We were able to narrow down all of my issues to just a couple to start with. We're still a work in progress but I feel confident I'll benefit from this experience with Amanda!
Written on Oct 08, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, eating disorders, and self esteem
She is through provoking and insightful
Written on Sep 25, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes
Amanda helped me so much when I was in a dark place. Months later, I'm doing so much better because of her help. She's been an amazing therapist to me!
Written on Sep 13, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 7 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues
she is AMAZING. She is so thorough on understanding your concerns and address them. She walk you through her whole process which i have enjoyed. Would definitely recommend her as a therapist to other friends.
Written on Aug 16, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Amanda is extremely attentive and a great listener. She asks a lot of questions that make you think and gives constructive feedback.
Written on Jul 25, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, and self esteem
Thank you Amanda. Looking forward to continuing with you!
Written on Jun 28, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and anger management
Amanda has been a wonderful asset for me as I pursue mental stability through a very tricky life change. She is kind, gentle, and provides me with materials and tools to help work through some of my struggles. I am very grateful to be in Amanda's care.
Written on Jun 24, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
She has been great so far and very responsive. I’m feeling more comfortable with her as we move forward and she’s very helpful with how the process goes and what to expect.
Written on Jun 21, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I LOVE Amanda! I've never felt more heard and understood by a therapist. I'm so lucky to have been matched with her; she's helping me to survive the most tramatic and miserable time of my life. <3
Written on Jun 08, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, career difficulties, and adhd
I love working with Amanda because I feel like she understands my issues and is thoughtful in her responses.
Written on May 23, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
This is my first time working with someone on my mental health. I was a little nervous about feeling like I could open up to someone but I find Amanda very easy to talk to. I think it’s going well so far.
Written on May 18, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
Amanda is wonderful and this is the best experience I've had in counseling
Written on Apr 08, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 2 weeks on issues concerning self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Working with Amanda has been great, I feel very heard, and like she genuinely cares for me. I look forward to my sessions with her, sharing the ins and outs of my life and seeing what she recommends/thinks about it.
Written on Feb 14, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
She is attentive and I appreciate being able to communicate with her more frequently than I would if I had been in regular counseling. Sometimes I wish her responses were longer but overall I am glad I have a professional to talk about things with.
Written on Feb 06, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Amanda is amazing! She is understanding and approaches my concerns perfectly. I thought I needed someone to tell me what to do but Amanda helped me realize that I knew what to do all along, she just asked the questions that helped me get my though process back on track.
Written on Jan 27, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
As a first timer in therapy, i am glad i got Amanda. She listens to everything i have to say and in the few conversations ive had with her she has already helped me realize multiple things and making ne question myself (in a good way).
Written on Jan 12, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, and bipolar disorder
Amanda McLean has been very helpful with good advice for dealing with my problems. She listens very well, is very warm and kind, and makes me feel comfortable about opening up to her. She is very knowledgeable in her fields and has suggested lots of good reading material to help with my specific issues.
Written on Jan 09, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 4 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Amanda is thoughtful in her questions and statements. She connects with me often but in meaningful ways, not just generic comments. She is really helping me during this difficult time.
Written on Dec 18, 2020 after therapy with Amanda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I love how Amanda asked me so much early on, what I wanted and what I was looking for? Things like does that resonate with you? How did that make you feel? What do you need in order xyz? She’s been funny and caring like a friend would be, and shares guidance with out being too prescriptive.
Written on Sep 24, 2020 after therapy with Amanda for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, and relationship issues
Amanda is great! She is very supportive and validates emotions while also challenging you to dig deeper into some thoughts, providing exercises
Written on Sep 16, 2020 after therapy with Amanda for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Highly recommend Amanda, she’s very patient, understanding, thoughtful and kind.
Written on Sep 07, 2020 after therapy with Amanda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and self esteem
Amanda has been great. Available in some of my most despairing moments to talk me through my anxiety. Will hope to continue with her long term. Thank you Amanda!
Written on Sep 03, 2020 after therapy with Amanda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
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