Amanda Murray
Everyone deserves to feel understood, valued, and accepted in therapy. You should never have to question whether your therapist will provide that support, and my goal is to offer exactly that. Taking the step to seek therapy is significant, and I recognize the strength it takes to get here. I work with individuals from diverse backgrounds, but specialize in supporting adult survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other traumas. My approach is tailored to each client, integrating various therapeutic methods to meet your unique needs.
Talk therapy sessions are client-led which means you decide what we talk about unless otherwise specified and I provide support and feedback to you.
In addition, I have a strong commitment to working with adults in diverse gender, sexual, and relationship backgrounds including LGBTQIA+ individuals, those in non-monogamous relationships (such as polyamory, swinging, and open relationships), and members of the BDSM and kink communities. I also work with monogamous and vanilla-identifying clients, providing a sex-positive and affirming space for all. My priority is to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where your identity is respected, and you feel empowered to be your authentic self. I believe that meaningful growth happens when we feel secure and supported. I look forward to working with you and helping you move toward self-acceptance and peace.
First session
In your first sessions, we’ll begin with a detailed intake process that may take several sessions. This allows us to explore important parts of your background (family of origin, treatment history, social connections, and life experiences) to get a full picture of what’s shaping your current challenges and strengths. This thorough understanding is a key part of the Adlerian therapy I practice, helping us tailor therapy to your unique story and goals. We’ll also review important policies and your rights as a client, and answer any questions you have along the way.
Strengths
What makes my approach different is that I really take the time to understand your unique story, identity, and what matters most to you. I combine proven therapy methods (like Adlerian Therapy, which looks at your goals and relationships, and trauma-informed techniques such as EMDR) to help you heal and grow. I’m also experienced in working with LGBTQIA+ folks and people in polyamorous or kink communities, so I provide a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where you can be fully yourself.
Ideal clients
Individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+, those healing from acute or complex trauma, and people exploring or navigating non-monogamous, polyamorous, BDSM, or kink communities. I specialize in supporting clients who are new to these relationship styles and communities as well. I am also trained in EMDR for a different way of processing trauma, if traditional talk therapy has been unhelpful to you in the past.
Treatment methods
Adlerian
Adlerian Therapy is a way of working together to understand how your early experiences and beliefs shaped the way you see yourself and the world. It focuses on what goals you are trying to meet in your life, often without even realizing it, and how those goals may be helping or hurting you now. It also looks at your sense of belonging and connection with others, helping you build confidence, find new ways to handle challenges, and live in a way that feels meaningful to you.
EMDR
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy helps people heal from distressing memories and experiences that still feel stuck or overwhelming. It works by helping your brain process these memories in a new way, using back-and-forth eye movements, tapping, or sounds while you briefly focus on the memory. You don’t have to go into all the details of what happened, and you stay in control throughout the process. Many people find that after EMDR, memories that once felt intense lose their emotional charge, making it easier to move forward without being triggered by the past.
Culturally Sensitive Therapy
Culturally Sensitive Therapy means we recognize that your culture, identity, and life experiences shape how you see the world and what you need in therapy. It’s about respecting and exploring your values, beliefs, and background without judgment, and making sure your unique story is honored in our work together. This approach helps us understand how your experiences with family, community, faith, race, gender, or other parts of your identity may affect what you’re going through, so we can find strategies that truly fit you.
Gender-affirming therapy
Gender Affirming Therapy is a therapeutic stance where your gender identity and experiences are respected and supported without judgment. It’s about helping you explore and understand your gender, address challenges you may face related to your identity, and support your goals, whether that includes social, medical, or personal steps you want to take. This therapy centers your experiences and ensures your identity is seen as valid, while providing care that helps you build confidence, reduce distress, and live in a way that feels true to who you are.
Interpersonal
Interpersonal Therapy focuses on how your relationships and connections with others affect your mood and mental health. It helps you look at patterns in your relationships, communication, and social supports, and works on areas like grief, role changes, conflicts, or social difficulties that may be impacting how you feel. The goal is to help you improve your relationships, build healthier connections, and reduce symptoms like depression or anxiety by addressing the ways your relationships affect your well-being.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- GeorgiaLicense LPC012187