- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma recovery
- Goal oriented
About Amanda
Amanda Whichard is a licensed professional counselor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, and major life changes. She works with adults facing mood concerns, relationship challenges, career strain, and questions about purpose. Amanda emphasizes practical steps and steady support to help people move forward.
She frames clients as the experts in their own stories and highlights existing strengths. Sessions focus on clear goals and tools that can be used between meetings. Amanda encourages small, doable changes and offers steady encouragement through difficult moments.
Her counseling style blends structured techniques with skills for emotional regulation. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teach problem-solving and coping skills. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and mindfulness-based work are available for people processing trauma or overwhelming memories.
Amanda has six years of clinical experience and holds a Master of Science and the credentials LPC and LPC-MHSP. She is licensed in Mississippi and Tennessee and bases her practice in Mississippi. Her background includes addressing caregiver stress, first responder issues, codependency, and compassion fatigue.
People commonly bring concerns such as depression, bipolar mood challenges, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, and ADHD-related struggles. She also supports those dealing with divorce, family of origin issues, and recovery after natural or human-caused disasters. Amanda aims to make sessions straightforward and focused on what helps most right now.
How Amanda Uses Evidence-Based Methods Online
Amanda draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and change habits that keep problems going. CBT breaks issues into manageable steps and teaches practical skills for everyday situations.She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication. DBT tools can help when feelings feel overwhelming or when relationships are strained.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Amanda will discuss goals and preferences and try methods that match what the person needs. The plan can change over time depending on how things progress and what feels most helpful.
Session options should be confirmed before booking since formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy life by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and offering options that suit different energy levels. Ask about current session formats and scheduling when you complete the matching questionnaire to find the best fit.
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Experience
6+ years
Credentials
Mississippi, Tennessee
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Amanda help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, coping with life changes, self-esteem, career issues, mood disorders including depression and bipolar, and ADHD among other concerns.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She uses practical, skills-based work and collaborative problem solving. Techniques include CBT and DBT tools, mindfulness exercises, and trauma-focused strategies when needed.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Amanda has six years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and life challenges.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
She holds a Master of Science and the credentials LPC and LPC-MHSP, and her practice is based in Mississippi.
In which languages can I work with her?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions arranged and what is the cost structure?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Amanda?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.