Amanda Smith

Compassionate, practical therapy for everyday challenges

LCSW Florida

Experience: 5 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Anger
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Amanda

Amanda Smith is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Florida who brings five years of professional experience to her therapeutic work.

Background and approach

She focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem challenges, and depression, while also addressing related concerns such as communication problems, control issues, guilt and shame, impulsivity, loneliness, mood and personality disorders, self-love, and social anxiety. Her approach blends evidence-based methods with a personalized style so each plan fits the individual.

Amanda emphasizes creating an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore thoughts and emotions and build practical skills. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Existential, and Solution-Focused techniques to help clients identify unhelpful patterns and pursue meaningful change.

Clients work collaboratively with her to set goals and develop strategies that match their values and daily life. Amanda frames seeking help as a courageous step and aims to support and empower people through gradual, sustainable progress toward greater wellbeing.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Access

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression and to build more effective coping strategies. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that align with personal values, which can be useful for stress, avoidance, and motivation challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Amanda aims to collaborate with each client to determine which methods and exercises fit their goals and preferences, making adjustments as progress unfolds so treatment stays relevant and practical.

Online therapy sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to attend regularly, try out different formats, and integrate therapeutic tools into daily life, supporting consistent momentum toward the changes clients want.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Amanda focus on?

Her primary areas include stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self esteem, and depression, with additional focus on issues like communication problems and social anxiety.

What is her therapeutic style?

She uses an eclectic, collaborative style that blends practical skill-building with exploration of meaning, tailoring methods to each client's needs.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Amanda has five years of professional experience working with a range of mood and interpersonal concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is an LCSW licensed in Florida with licence FL LCSW SW21468 and practices with that credential.

Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?

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

Which session formats are available?

Appointments can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different preferences.

How does pricing work for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteem Depression

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsControl issuesGuilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Mood disordersPersonality disordersSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English