Amanda Stephans
MSW, LCSW, and Assistant Clinical Director
My Approach
Amanda’s goal is to help patients create a strong foundation of self by providing perspective, support and motivation. In session, Amanda creates a safe space for her patients to work towards positive change. She understands the pace of each person's therapy journey should be suited to the individual. Amanda works with patients to acknowledge; “it is okay to ask for help” and give individuals grace on the way to self-acceptance. She is a strong advocate of using cognitive behavioral therapy and a strength-based perspective in practice. With her warmth and kindness, she empowers her patients to see the way to a healthier, stronger, and successful self.
Ages Treated | Teens, Adults
About Amanda Stephans
My Experience
Amanda received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from St. Mary’s University of Minnesota and a Masters of Social Work from Loyola University Chicago. Her focus has been on helping individuals with depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, and self-esteem. Amanda has helped in building prevention programs, and strategies to reduce underage drinking and substance use. She has provided services to teens and adults with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and life transitions and has worked with children and adolescents in several settings from group homes to community-based settings.
Education
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota BA, Psychology
Loyola University, MA, Social Work
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
She/Her
Location
Treatment Modalities
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Family Systems Therapy
- Internal Family Systems Therapy
- Marriage and Family Therapy
- Mindfulness
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered Therapy
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
- Strength Based Therapy
- Structural Family Therapy