Hi, I’m Amanda
I'm a big believer that healing happens through both trauma work and safe, meaningful connection.
From a young age, I found myself drawn to understanding people and the stories they carry, especially around trauma, relationships, and resilience. Remember the Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul books? The writing was totally on the wall for me becoming a therapist!
Early in my career, I realized I wanted to help people do more than just cope with painful experiences. I saw how many people could logically understand their past or patterns yet still felt emotionally stuck in them. It inspired me to advance my training in EMDR, attachment, and parts work so I could help clients create deeper and more lasting change.
My Specialties
How can I best support you?
I'll be honest, sometimes the hardest part of healing is realizing that insight alone doesn't change the pain.
Many clients come to me already understanding their patterns, but still feel emotionally stuck, disconnected, or reactive underneath it all. That's where the deeper work comes in. Our brains and nervous systems are incredibly adaptable, and meaningful change beneath the surface can happen, especially when we experience therapy that feels like the right fit emotionally and relationally.
“Happiness is only real when shared. ”
GET TO KNOW ME
Go-to coffee order
Dirty Iced Chai Latte
In session, you’ll find that I always
Stay attuned to you and gently guide you back into attunement with yourself.
Favorite sport
UFC
The book I recommend to every client
Good Morning, I Love You by Shauna Shapiro
Favorite self-care activity
Antique vintage shopping with an iced coffee in hand
Other loves
90s music, thrift shopping, good line work on a tattoo, and loud concerts.
Education & Credentials
Masters in Professional Counseling, GCU
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Arizona Approved Clinical Supervisor
Certified EMDR Therapist
EMDRIA Consultant-in-Training
CCTSI - Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist
What People Are Saying
“I have had the pleasure of working with Amanda for about two years and wholeheartedly recommend her. I have participated exclusively in individual EMDR consultation with her, and each experience has been consistently excellent.”
— Cailin Mills, LAMFT
"Amanda has been excellent to work with. As a psychiatric NP it is very important that I refer my patients to the best counselors for treatment and Amanda has been just that. All the patients I have sent to her have made tremendous progress working with her and I have seen great results."
— Kara Sell, PMHNP-BC
“I highly recommend working with Amanda for individual therapy or consultation for your EMDR certification journey! I've gotten the opportunity to work with Amanda and watch her navigate complex issues with competence and attunement.”
— Kari Hall, LPC
FAQs
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Schedule a free consultation and let’s sync calendars to book. Submit an inquiry form here or email me at amanda@aligned-counseling.com
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My rate is $175 for a 50-minute session together.
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EMDR helps reduce anxiety, emotional overwhelm, and relationship triggers by processing past relational wounds that shaped your sense of safety and attachment. As those memories heal, many clients experience more self-trust, less reactivity, and feel more secure in relationships.
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I’d say my approach is collaborative, relational, and grounded in safety and attunement. I’m drawn to depth vs quick fixes. You can expect to go beyond surface level in our work together and it’s okay if we laugh at some dark humor along the way!
Ready to feel more secure in who you are?
Begin that work today.
Let’s connect!
Amanda@aligned-counseling.com
(602) 248-8310
Licensed to help clients located in Arizona & Tennessee
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