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- Anxiety and depression
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting and relationships
About Amanda
Amanda Barrows is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Maine with six years of experience. She helps people who are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship strain, parenting stress, ADHD, and related difficulties.
Amanda uses clear, goal-oriented methods drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, and mindfulness practices. Sessions focus on practical skills and talking through problems so people can manage symptoms and make changes they want.
Her work includes help for people coping with grief, abuse, bipolar disorder, panic, obsessive-compulsive concerns, and compassion fatigue. She also addresses issues such as abandonment, adoption and foster care experiences, caregiver stress, control problems, impulsivity, isolation, jealousy, and questions about life purpose.
In session, Amanda aims for an interactive style that centers respect and sensitivity. She avoids stigmatizing labels and uses a mix of behavioral strategies, emotional regulation skills, and values-based work to support progress. Expect concrete tools, short-term skill building, and reflective conversation about goals.
People who choose Amanda often want straightforward strategies paired with space to talk through difficult feelings. She works with adults and accepts clients who live in different countries, offering care in English. To begin, readers should confirm current session options before booking.
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How her approaches translate to online care
Amanda uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy alongside client-centered and mindfulness work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying different behaviors to reduce symptoms. ACT helps people clarify personal values and take committed action, often useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Mindfulness practices are used to increase present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity to strong emotions.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to pick methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. That may mean starting with skills-based CBT work, then adding ACT or mindfulness exercises as goals shift.
The biography does not specify which session formats are in use, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find that remote sessions help fit therapy into a busy life by reducing travel time and making scheduling easier. Remote work can also allow shorter check-ins or phone conversations when needed and can allow sessions during a lunch break or between other commitments.
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Areas of expertise
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Also works with
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Maine
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
Amanda works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship strain, parenting challenges, ADHD, and related problems listed on her profile.
What is her therapeutic approach and style?
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and mindfulness. Sessions tend to focus on practical skills and conversational work.
How much experience does she have?
She has six years of clinical experience as a practicing therapist.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Maine LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and practices in Maine.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.