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Amanda Abernethy

LISW

Amanda Abernethy , LISW

Therapist in Ohio

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About Amanda

Amanda Abernethy is a licensed social worker practicing in Ohio with 13 years of professional experience supporting adults facing life transitions and emotional challenges. She holds the LISW credential, which stands for Licensed Independent Social Worker and indicates advanced social work licensure and independent clinical practice.

Amanda works with individuals dealing with stress, anxiety, LGBTQ+ related concerns, relationship difficulties, trauma, and abuse. She also assists clients who are coping with significant life changes, helping them map practical steps forward while honoring their personal history and values. Her approach centers on recognizing each person's existing strengths and resilience as the foundation for change.

Amanda believes that clients are the experts on their own stories, and she offers steady support as they take courageous steps toward a more fulfilling life. She emphasizes collaboration, respectful listening, and practical strategies tailored to each person, guiding clients through the process of identifying goals, building coping skills, and creating lasting improvements.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Support

Amanda uses evidence-based, skills-focused strategies to help people manage stress and anxiety - these techniques teach practical tools for reducing worry, improving mood, and increasing daily functioning. She also applies trauma-informed interventions when working with experiences of trauma and abuse - these approaches emphasize safety, pacing, and processing difficult memories in ways that respect each person’s readiness. A strengths-based, collaborative style underpins her work - Amanda helps clients identify existing resources and build on them to meet goals and navigate life changes.

Choosing the right approach is often part of the therapeutic journey. Amanda works together with each client to determine which techniques fit their needs, goals, and personal preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative process helps ensure therapy stays practical and relevant.

Online therapy with Amanda is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which makes it easier to fit care into busy schedules and to access support from home or elsewhere. These options provide flexibility for different communication styles and life demands, helping people get consistent, professional help without sacrificing convenience.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Amanda Abernethy have?

Amanda Abernethy has 13 years of professional experience.

Is Amanda Abernethy a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LISW credential. License details: OH LISW I.2102895-SUPV.

In which languages does Amanda Abernethy provide therapy?

Amanda provides therapy in English.

Where is Amanda Abernethy located?

Amanda is located in Ohio.

How can I work with Amanda Abernethy as my therapist?

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

Does Amanda Abernethy work with international clients?

Amanda Abernethy does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Amanda Abernethy cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your 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. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Experience

13+ years

Licensed

Ohio

Languages

English

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