- Trauma and abuse
- Stress and anxiety
- LGBT support
About Amanda
Amanda Ezell is a licensed mental health counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma and abuse. She works with people navigating identity questions, relationship concerns, and major life changes. Her manner is direct and compassionate, aimed at helping people feel steadier and more able to cope day to day.
She draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms and build practical skills. Sessions focus on understanding what feels most urgent, learning tools to manage intense emotions, and practicing new ways of relating to oneself and others. Amanda emphasizes self-love, improved communication, and rebuilding routines that support mental health.
Her background includes ten years of clinical experience and licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Licensed Professional Counselor. Amanda has worked alongside veterans and LGBTQ+ individuals and has experience with the particular stresses that come with life transitions and caregiving roles.
She also supports people dealing with body image concerns, chronic pain or illness, and questions around sexuality and non-traditional relationship structures. In-session work might include talking through shame or guilt, creating coping plans for anxiety, or pacing recovery from post-traumatic stress.
Clients can expect a collaborative approach. Amanda helps people set realistic goals, track progress, and adapt strategies as needed. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
She draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms and build practical skills. Sessions focus on understanding what feels most urgent, learning tools to manage intense emotions, and practicing new ways of relating to oneself and others. Amanda emphasizes self-love, improved communication, and rebuilding routines that support mental health.
Her background includes ten years of clinical experience and licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Licensed Professional Counselor. Amanda has worked alongside veterans and LGBTQ+ individuals and has experience with the particular stresses that come with life transitions and caregiving roles.
She also supports people dealing with body image concerns, chronic pain or illness, and questions around sexuality and non-traditional relationship structures. In-session work might include talking through shame or guilt, creating coping plans for anxiety, or pacing recovery from post-traumatic stress.
Clients can expect a collaborative approach. Amanda helps people set realistic goals, track progress, and adapt strategies as needed. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
How Amanda Uses Evidence-Based Methods Online
Amanda uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage symptoms and build coping skills. One common approach is skills-based work that teaches practical strategies for anxiety and depression, such as breathing and pacing techniques, problem solving, and activity planning to restore routine and energy. Another frequent focus is trauma-informed support that helps people process distressing memories safely, reduce reactivity, and develop grounding strategies to handle triggers.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Amanda discusses goals and preferences with each person and adjusts methods as progress and needs change. This collaborative process helps clients pick approaches that fit their situation and comfort level rather than assuming one method will suit everyone.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow for check-ins during natural breaks in the day. Some formats also reduce the need to be on camera or allow shorter focused sessions when time is limited. Licensed professionals can adapt these methods to a person's daily life so healing can proceed alongside other responsibilities.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Amanda focus on?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and related issues such as isolation, life transitions, and caregiver stress.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is person-centered and practical, emphasizing self-love, communication skills, and evidence-based strategies to manage symptoms.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Amanda has ten years of professional experience supporting people through emotional challenges and life changes.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is listed as LMHC and LPC and practices in Alabama.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.