Amanda Abbott, LCSW — Therapist in New York

Hi there, I'm Amanda!

My approach to therapy is to meet the client where they are at, take their lead, and support them in setting and achieving goals. I am trauma-informed and trained in TF-CBT, CBT, and EMDR.

My focus

I work with a diverse population, children and adults, who have experienced trauma, life transitions, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and grief.

My approach

My approach to therapy is person-centered, and I operate from a trauma-informed lens. I am focused on the client and what they express to be their needs, with an understanding of how traumatic events impact our brain development, and our reactions, thoughts, and feelings in various environments and relationships.

My communication style

I prefer a quiet, calm setting. I have a laid-back, listening and observing style—seeing you is just as important as hearing you. I take your lead and at times provide education, offer my observations, and therapeutically challenge as appropriate.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have enjoyed the process of being a 'helper', not for my own ego purpose, but rather to be the witness to the strength and courage of humans. To sit in the presence of a person who is vulnerable, wanting change, and then seeing it all come to fruition is an honor.

My goals for you

Goal setting is a partnership, with the client as the leader.

Our first session

In the first sessions, we will get to know each other, what has brought you to therapy, and explore your hopes and goals of therapy.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

EMDR

Gestalt

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Play Therapy

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors
Preteens
Children

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from Keuka College.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Amanda Abbott