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Amanda Phillips, LICSW, LISW

LICSW helping with trauma and relationships
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Relationship and family

About Amanda Phillips

Amanda Phillips is a licensed social worker based in Alabama with 20 years of professional experience supporting individuals and families through difficult transitions. She holds the credentials LICSW and LISW - LICSW stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and LISW stands for Licensed Independent Social Worker - and is licensed to practice in both Alabama and Iowa. Amanda has extensive experience addressing stress and anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, depression, sleep problems, parenting challenges, grief, and career-related stress.

Her work also includes focused support for veterans and service members, survivors of domestic violence, and people coping with post-traumatic stress. Amanda approaches clients with the belief that each person is the expert on their own story and brings strengths that can be used to meet and overcome life’s challenges. She emphasizes respect for those strengths while offering practical therapeutic tools and a collaborative partnership. Amanda recognizes the courage it takes to begin therapy and honors the step people take to reach out for support.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesDepression

Also Specializes In

LGBTFamily conflictsGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

Caregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Amanda Phillips have?

Amanda Phillips has 20 years of professional work experience.

Is Amanda Phillips a licensed therapist?

Yes. Amanda holds the credentials LICSW and LISW. License details are AL LICSW 3645C and IA LISW 119743.

In which languages does Amanda Phillips provide therapy?

Amanda provides therapy in English.

Where is Amanda Phillips located?

Amanda is located in Alabama.

How can I work with Amanda Phillips as my therapist?

Clients can work with Amanda Phillips through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Amanda Phillips work with international clients?

Amanda Phillips does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Amanda Phillips cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as a client’s location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Prospective clients can click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match them with Amanda. Depending on availability, clients can then schedule a first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Amanda integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and client-centered principles into online sessions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify values and build psychological flexibility by teaching strategies to accept difficult thoughts and commit to meaningful actions - this approach can be useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning - it is often used for anxiety, depression, and sleep difficulties. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist offers empathy and supports the client’s own problem-solving and growth.

Amanda approaches the choice of method as a collaborative process. She works with clients to determine which approaches best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts techniques as the work evolves. This partnership helps tailor the therapy to each person’s circumstances.

Online therapy with Amanda is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, and geographic limitations. These options allow licensed professionals to deliver consistent care while making it easier for clients to access support from home or other convenient locations.

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