Bipolar disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Canonsburg, PA

Hi, I'm Amanda! If you're here, you've already done something brave. I work with people navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, and relationship challenges who are ready to understand the patterns keeping life feeling heavy or stuck. My goal is to make this whole process feel as easy as possible. I'd love to get to know you- reach out and let's take the first step together.

Welcome. I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience providing high-quality, evidence-based care in outpatient settings. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, mood disorders, and complex life transitions.

If you don't see the availability you need please reach out as I may be able to find something that could work!

I have been working in the mental health field since 2013. I got my first masters degree in psychology in 2013 and then completed my second masters degree of clinical mental health counseling in 2022. I have worked in many different settings within the mental health field but have found that getting to work one on one with people in the outpatient setting is the most rewarding.

Therapy is more than just a career for me, being connected to people and helping people is one of the most important parts of life. A lot of my work has integrated peoples' concerns with their diagnoses (such as borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety, OCD, and PTSD) while addressing their struggles with different relationships (family, friends, partners, coworkers)

I am a passionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of direct experience working with diverse populations within community outpatient mental health clinics, the criminal justice system, eating disorder facilities, and working with those struggling with co-occurring disorders.

I bring empathy, warmth, humor, and authenticity into the therapeutic relationship. I strive to create a space where clients feel genuinely heard, understood, and accepted without judgment. I am relatable, down to earth, while still providing thoughtful guidance and support. I believe therapy does not always have to feel heavy; I use humor and connection when appropriate to help clients feel comfortable, connected, and more like themselves. My ability to connect with many different people from all walks of life is something I pride myself on.

Are you finding you are not as happy as you should be? Are there negative thoughts that intrude in your daily life? I am here to help you figure out what you need to do to be your best self. Everyone can use an objective voice to help them work out what is going on in their life. I have the experience that helps me understand and empathize with clients’ situations and so can offer real world help. I believe you to be an active participant in therapy, I am here to help you find your own path.

I work to approach therapy first of all with warmth, recognizing that emotional resonance is the primary engine of a healing relationship. I work to help my clients attune to the hurts associated with their inner child wounds, which lead to the fragmentation of the self, through cultivating the strength of their whole and healthy integrated self.

My therapeutic style is to ask a lot of questions and really try to find the answers to what is bothering you. In our sessions, you will cry, laugh, talk excessively or talk a little. Our sessions will be all about you and what you need in the moment. I want our sessions to be a safe place for you to be comfortable. Bring your treats and your tissues. Bring your patience and your strength. We will be together and I will support you when you are feeling weak. Usually, I see what makes you special first. You will need to tell me what is wrong.

With close to 20 years of experience working for the Philadelphia Courts system and a background in communications prior to obtaining my master's degree, I excel at finding communicable common ground with clients between family members. My personal and professional philosophy is "Life is simple, people complicate it". Let's make things simple again.