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Amanda Braun

Therapist · Pennsylvania

Amanda Braun, LCSW

Therapist focused on practical coping skills

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Caregiver support
  • Self-esteem work

About Amanda

Amanda Braun is a licensed social worker who helps people handle stress, anxiety, and depression. She supports individuals facing family conflict, low self-esteem, motivation struggles, and life changes. Amanda works with respect and warmth to make the first steps feel manageable.

She uses straightforward conversation to shape a plan that fits each person. Amanda draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy in ways that match a client’s goals. Sessions focus on practical steps, coping skills, and noticing unhelpful patterns.

Her approach is collaborative. Amanda listens first, then suggests small changes and experiments to try between meetings. She emphasizes self-compassion and clearer communication when working on forgiveness, guilt, or body image concerns.

With four years of clinical experience as an LCSW - licensed clinical social worker - she brings a calm, patient style to the room. Amanda also helps caregivers who are carrying stress and those wanting to build more self-love in daily life.

People can expect short-term strategies and longer skill-building depending on what feels right. Amanda aims to make therapy understandable and useful, so clients can apply what they learn to everyday situations.

Areas of expertise

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness Therapy

Experience

4+ years

Credentials

Pennsylvania

Languages

English

How Amanda Uses ACT, CBT, and Mindfulness Online

Amanda commonly blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with mindfulness practices. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice painful thoughts without getting stuck and clarify what matters most to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy breaks down patterns of thinking and behavior and teaches practical skills to reduce anxiety and depression. Mindfulness Therapy centers attention on the present moment to reduce reactivity and build steady habits for coping.

Choosing a therapeutic approach is a team effort. Amanda will listen to a person’s goals and daily routines, then suggest approaches that fit their needs. She encourages trying different techniques and adjusting what they do together based on what helps most.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten travel time, or allow shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find it simpler to maintain consistent appointments and practice skills between meetings when sessions are delivered remotely. Amanda will discuss practical scheduling and format details during the initial matching and planning process.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Amanda commonly help with?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, family conflict, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include body image, caregiver stress, communication, forgiveness, guilt and self-love.

What is her general therapeutic style?

She uses a practical, collaborative style that focuses on clear steps and skills. Sessions combine listening with small experiments clients can try between meetings.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Amanda has four years of professional experience working as a clinician. That experience informs her practical approach to common life and emotional difficulties.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is an LCSW - licensed clinical social worker - practicing in Pennsylvania. No other license details are provided here.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the signup process.

What steps do I take to begin working together?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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