Hi, I'm Amanda. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist--I work individually with adults and young adults. I received my Master's from California Institute of Integral Studies and have been working with clients for 15 years. I help people impacted by bipolar-related challenges, as well as anxiety and depression. During our initial sessions, we will look at the issues at hand and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you get your life back. Most of my clients notice a positive difference within the first month.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions. We'll go at a pace that's comfortable for you. Towards the end of the first session, I will check in with you to see if you'd like to schedule a follow-up session; feeling comfortable with your therapist is very important, and I want to make sure you think we are a good fit.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I am both a feeler and a thinker. I love using 'neck up' therapy techniques, where we use the mind to understand what the struggle is about. And I also love using 'neck down' techniques--including mind-body and arts-based therapies. These left and right brained approaches allow me to help clients integrate their whole selves, leading to change, growth and long-term success.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

Maybe you’re tired of feeling isolated, stuck, or in despair. Your mind may be working overtime, leaving you unbalanced, stressed, and confused. You may feel burnt out from managing your moods, thoughts, or worries. Despite being sensitive, caring, and hardworking, you still don't feel like you are making lasting life changes. You may grapple with low energy, complex life adjustments, or feelings of guilt, shame, or sadness. You are desperate for change yet are also scared of it. I am a steady, experienced, and caring therapist who can help you find ease within life's challenges. I enjoy helping people find new ways to deal with old problems. I work to create a non-judgemental atmosphere so you can feel safe enough to take the risk of being vulnerable. You may find new insights during therapy with me, and we collaborate on turning insight into action. I value working collaboratively with clients, and we often address what is most acutely painful first. I often facilitate mindfulness and relaxation activities during sessions, so you can feel immediate relief. We will go at a pace that is comfortable to you, and I will never force you to try or discuss something you are not ready for. The process of witnessing people discover their untapped strengths is an honor. You are not alone, and you are courageous in taking this first step in looking for support.

About Amanda Rebel