Do you work with couples, families or minors?

Unfortunately, no - at this time Amanda is only providing therapy services for individual adults.  If you are looking for therapy services for such circumstances, you may want to call your insurance provider to get a list of in-network therapists or visit www.psychologytoday.com where you can search for clinicians based on insurance accepted and specialization (i.e. couples, family, child therapy).

How much is therapy going to cost?

It really depends on if you are planning to utilize insurance, and if so then what your plan benefits entail.  Some insurance policies will have a copay due when services are provided, while other may have a deductible that needs to be met before coverage will begin.  During the on-boarding process, Amanda will verify your plan details and see what the out-of-pocket costs will look like for you before having your first appointment.  If you are not interested in using insurance, the fee is $150 / 50 minute session and $250 / 90 minute session.

What does therapy look like?

Therapy looks different for every clinician - personal approaches, theories utilized and main areas of focus will vary some from therapist to therapist.  Amanda describes her therapy approach as a combination of skills training / techniques building and process work.  Usually when people reach out for services, there is a sense of urgency and this is where skills training and techniques building will come into play - i.e. coping skills, stress management, self care, boundary building tools, etc.,.  This combines nicely with what Amanda describes as process work - this will look more closely at patterns we may be able to observe through discussion and hopefully better understand why we live and operate in the manners in which we do.   

How long / frequently should I go to therapy?

Amanda encourages the people that she works with to hit the ground running with making progress on their personal goals.  Most often, people will start off weekly / every other week and then taper off as needed from there.  Commonly, people will be more consistent with therapy in the beginning of services and then create something that fits their unique needs as time passes and goals are obtained.  This is a topic that Amanda is highly collaborative with each individual on, and will periodically have check-ins to help ensure that goals outlined are being met / consistency of sessions  feels appropriate.  If goals are reached, and the work with Amanda is concluded, you are more than welcome to reach out at any time should you feel the need to do so - she would be more than happy to get you back on the schedule. 

What are your office hours?

Amanda is currently available from 10 - 4 o'clock Monday - Friday.

When will you be back in the office?

At this time, Amanda will be working remotely for the foreseeable future.  Once she does return to the office, it will be on a part-time basis, while telehealth services will continue to be offered as well. 

Do you prescribe medications?

No.  Amanda is a licensed psychotherapist and does not have the capability to prescribe medications.  If that is something that you are interested in, she would be more than happy to provide referrals to psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners who would be able to further assists with such requests.

Can you do consultations with my psychiatrist?

Yes.  Amanda is more than happy to consult with other practitioners who may be part of your treatment team.  If that is something you are interested in, a release of information form would need to be completed in order to give Amanda authorization to connect with other medical providers regarding your treatment and care. 

Can you provide therapy services outside of Texas?

Unfortunately, no.  Amanda is only licensed to provide therapy services to individuals whose main residence is in Texas.