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Feeling stuck, but tired of talking in circles?
I specialize in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy — a modern, practical approach that helps you move forward, not just look back. Whether you’ve tried therapy before and felt it missed the mark, or you’re hesitant to start, my style is refreshingly different. We’ll focus on what’s working, build on your strengths, and create clear, doable steps toward change.
I blend warmth with strategy, offering grounded support that’s tailored to your real life. No jargon. No endless digging. Just thoughtful, goal-oriented conversations that help you feel better and do better — faster.
I help adults and couples navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship issues, couples counseling, substance use, life transitions, stress, and personal growth. You name it, I can help.
My approach is modern, practical, and refreshingly different — rooted in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy and tailored to your real life.
Whether you’ve tried therapy before and felt it missed the mark, or you’re exploring it for the first time, I offer purposeful, collaborative support that helps you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Get to Know Amanda
For almost 20 years, I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals and couples as they navigate life’s challenges. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, addiction, life transitions, or working on strengthening your relationship. You name it, I’m here to help.
I believe therapy should be a collaborative and empowering experience. My clients describe me as warm, solution-focused, and tailored to their unique needs. Together, we’ll uncover your best hopes and create a path toward the positive changes you’re looking for.
What is Solution-Focused Brief Therapy?
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) is a modern, practical approach to therapy that helps you move forward — not just look back. Instead of spending months analyzing problems, we focus on your strengths, your goals, and what’s already working (even if just a little). Together, we’ll identify small, meaningful steps that create real momentum and lasting change.
SFBT is ideal for people who want therapy to feel purposeful, collaborative, and efficient. It’s especially helpful if you’ve tried therapy before and felt stuck, or if you’re looking for a fresh, empowering way to create change.
Most Problems Have Nothing to Do with the “Problem”
It’s a surprising idea — but one that can change everything.
In traditional therapy, we often start by dissecting the problem: Where did it come from? Why does it keep happening? What does it say about you? While that can be useful, it can also keep us stuck in the past, circling the same pain points without much movement.
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy flips that script. Instead of asking “Why is this happening?” we ask, “What would life look like without this problem?” And then — “What’s already working, even a little bit?” That shift opens up space for change.
Because here’s the truth:
Most problems aren’t solved by understanding them better. They’re solved by doing something different.
And often, the path forward has very little to do with the problem itself.
For example, someone might come in feeling overwhelmed by anxiety. But instead of analyzing every anxious thought, we might explore the one hour last week when they felt calm. What was different? What helped? How can we build more of that?
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It’s not denial. It’s direction.
SFBT helps you move toward solutions — not just away from problems. And that’s what makes it so refreshing, especially if you’ve felt stuck or discouraged by therapy in the past.
Services
Therapy and Consultation that works. Solution-Focused. Practical. Refreshingly different. Let’s build change, not just insight.
All of my services are offered via Telehealth to help you have ease of access in an environment you are comfortable in.
I accept insurance to make therapy more affordable and within reach.
I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation if you want to connect before we schedule.
Individual Therapy
I help adults and couples navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, alcohol and substance use, grief and loss, and personal growth. My approach is modern, practical, and refreshingly different — rooted in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy and tailored to your real life.
Professional Consultation
I offer individual consultation for professional development and/or clinical skills training.
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I also offer consultation services to organizations and agencies that are interested in team building and staff resiliency and engagement.