Channie Amato, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Channie!

I provide a holistic, collaborative approach to building a sense of self, bettering relationships with yourself and others, and increasing healthy coping strategies like breathing work and mindfulness to support your overall health and wellbeing.

My focus

I work with older adolescents to older adults experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, healing from narcissistic abuse, codependency, self-esteem issues, relationship with self, grief, bereavement, trauma, PTSD, and pain.

My approach

I use an eclectic approach, borrowing from different theories to best fit your individual needs. From talk therapy to expressive arts therapy to mindfulness and grounding techniques, I look at you as a whole person, acknowledging that mind, body, and spirit are all intertwined.

My communication style

I provide a non-judgmental, warm, and safe environment for you to explore and express your true self. I act as a guide in your journey towards self-exploration, helping you bring light to multiple routes and find your truth.

My journey to mental healthcare

My love for psychology and expressive arts led me to pursue therapy as a career. As a mother of three children, I understand the ins and outs of raising children, growing a career, navigating relationship challenges, trying to find balance, and learning the importance of self-love.

My goals for you

I use a collaborative approach that continuously evolves. The goals set at the first session may be different than the goals you have for yourself at follow-up sessions. I allow you to lead and invite what feels current and present.

Our first session

In our first session, we will get to know each other and see if it feels like a good fit. It is important that you like your therapist and have strong rapport and trust to provide a safe environment for deep self-exploration.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White, Middle Eastern, Biracial or Multiracial
Jewish, Spiritual

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Art Therapy

Mindfulness-Based

Attachment-based

Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT)

Expressive Arts

Humanistic

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

USC PPO / EPO Plan
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

+ 55 more

Languages spoken

English, Hebrew

Education

Master of Arts (MA) in Psychology, art therapy, and LMFT from Phillips Graduate Institute, Graduate School of Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology from University of California, Riverside.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Channie Amato