Amanda Halawa-Mahdi, LCSW
- Trauma and behavior change
- Family and adolescent work
- Leadership coaching
About Amanda Halawa-Mahdi
Amanda has extensive experience working with adolescents and their families in the juvenile justice system, focusing on behavior change strategies that range from addressing general defiance to interventions for serious offending, including sexual offenses. Her background as a Professional Coach trained through the Co-Active Training Institute informs her work with leaders and emerging professionals, helping them build self-awareness and practical leadership skills.
Her approach is informed by a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and she actively examines and works to dismantle personal and systemic biases to promote fairness in practice. Amanda believes each person is the expert of their own story and brings a strengths-based, empowering stance to therapy and coaching. She supports clients as they take the courageous steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Amanda Halawa-Mahdi have?
Amanda Halawa-Mahdi has 23 years of professional experience in clinical and coaching roles.
Is Amanda Halawa-Mahdi a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are IL LCSW 149010179.
In which languages does Amanda Halawa-Mahdi provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Amanda Halawa-Mahdi located?
Amanda Halawa-Mahdi practices in Illinois.
How can I work with Amanda Halawa-Mahdi as my therapist?
You can work with Amanda Halawa-Mahdi through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Amanda Halawa-Mahdi work with international clients?
Amanda Halawa-Mahdi does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Amanda Halawa-Mahdi cost?
Costs can vary based on factors such as location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time for any reason. For current pricing and details, please click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with Amanda. Depending on her availability, you can then schedule a first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Amanda uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive space where the client’s perspective guides the work. This approach emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration to help people explore their values, build self-understanding, and strengthen internal resources. It is useful for issues such as self-esteem, life purpose, and relationship concerns.
She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and patterns and developing practical skills to change them. CBT is often applied to stress, anxiety, mood concerns, and behavior change goals. Additionally, Amanda integrates Motivational Interviewing to help clarify ambivalence and increase readiness for change, which can be especially helpful for clients working on motivation, habit shifts, or goal-directed action.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Amanda works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time as goals evolve.
Online therapy with Amanda includes video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, support consistent engagement, and allow clients to choose the communication style that feels most comfortable for them.
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