Amanda Crossland , LPC

Amanda Crossland is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Colorado, holding license number LPC.0013537. She brings a thoughtful, eclectic approach to therapy that blends evidence-based techniques with an openness to spirituality when it fits a person's needs. Trained at Grace University in Omaha, NE, Amanda earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2014 and received specialized training in integrating spirituality and counseling during her graduate studies.

Her clinical skill set includes training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) with EMDRIA certification, as well as postgraduate training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT). Amanda emphasizes a space of acceptance and authenticity, offering a calming presence, attentive listening, and guidance through the process of change. She combines creative, big-picture thinking with careful attention to detail to help identify and implement practical shifts that improve day-to-day life.

Amanda works with a range of concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, self-esteem, and mood disorders. She aims to support individuals who seek to live more fully and deeply, offering steady clinical experience and compassionate, collaborative care.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Amanda integrates EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) into her work to address a range of concerns. EMDR is a trauma-focused method that helps process distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity, often used for trauma and abuse. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to improve mood and functioning, and it is commonly applied for anxiety, depression, and stress. DBT teaches skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, helping people manage intense emotions and relationship challenges.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Amanda works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors interventions over time, adapting techniques to fit each person's pace and priorities.

Online therapy with Amanda is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it possible to receive consistent support without frequent travel, and they allow therapists and clients to maintain continuity of care across life transitions.