Hi! I’m so glad you’re here! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania with 7 years of clinical experience in various settings such as corrections, crisis counseling, and primary care. I have 3 years of experience working with justice system involved youth.
My approach to therapy is laid back, warm, and welcoming to all. I strive to get to you holistically. I take a collaborative approach and aim to conduct therapy sessions in a conversational manner where you feel confident to express yourself without fear of judgement. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage and I commend you for getting started! I do not take lightly that you have trusted me with your therapy journey and I thank you for allowing me to be a part of your story!
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), First responder issues, Impulsivity, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-harm, Smoking / vaping cessation, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
PA LPC PC015039
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Amanda Potts. 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.
Amazing
Written on Apr 04, 2024 after therapy with Amanda for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse