Amanda Braun

Calm-focused practical therapy

LCSW Pennsylvania

Experience: 4 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Family, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Amanda

Amanda Braun is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Pennsylvania who focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, depressive symptoms, relationship and family tensions, and shifts in self-esteem.

Background and approach

She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to reflect an individual’s situation and goals. Amanda emphasizes practical strategies that address both emotional experience and everyday functioning.

Her background spans four years of clinical work, during which she has supported clients facing family conflict, motivation difficulties, body image concerns, caregiver stress, communication problems, and challenges around forgiveness, guilt, and self-love. Amanda draws on evidence-informed methods including cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and mindfulness practices to build coping skills and clarify values.

She encourages and acknowledges the courage it takes to begin therapy and works collaboratively to shape a path forward that fits each person’s needs and preferences.

How CBT, ACT, and Mindfulness Work Online

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thought patterns and offers concrete strategies to shift behavior and emotion through practical exercises and skill practice. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress to create measurable changes in daily routines and reactions.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) combines acceptance of difficult feelings with clarity about personal values and committed action toward meaningful goals. It supports people who are facing life changes or ongoing emotional challenges by helping them move forward despite discomfort.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness practices that reduce reactivity and increase emotional regulation. These practices complement structured approaches by strengthening attention, lowering stress, and improving how someone responds to upsetting thoughts and sensations.

Amanda approaches online work collaboratively, helping clients explore these methods and choose what fits their needs and preferences. Together they assess goals, try techniques, and adjust the approach as progress and feedback guide the process.

Online sessions offer practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and different life circumstances. These formats can increase access to consistent support and allow therapists and clients to practice skills in real-world contexts while maintaining a focus on goals and progress.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Amanda commonly address in sessions?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, family conflict, and self-esteem challenges, along with related issues like body image, caregiver stress, communication problems, forgiveness, guilt, and self-love.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style blends practical skill building with compassionate listening, using structured approaches alongside mindfulness and values work to help clients manage symptoms and pursue meaningful changes.

What is Amanda's professional background?

Amanda has four years of professional clinical experience supporting individuals with emotional and relational concerns across a range of life circumstances.

What credentials and location apply to her practice?

She holds an LCSW license with credential number PA LCSW CW022489 and practices in Pennsylvania.

Does she provide services in other languages or to international clients?

Sessions are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.

Which session formats are available for online work?

Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and scheduling.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; services use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin working together?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling a session according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsSelf esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Body imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameSelf-love

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness Therapy

Experience

4+ years

Licensed

Pennsylvania

Languages

English