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Amanda Fernandez

Therapist
9 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Life’s conflicts can leave you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or unsure of what needs to change. These struggles are not always signs that something is wrong. Often, they point to relationships, needs, or values that deserve closer attention.

I work with individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, burnout, grief, and relationship challenges. I help clients understand what is driving their distress and develop practical ways to move forward.

My approach combines cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused strategies with a deeper look at the recurring patterns shaping your life. Therapy with me is collaborative and tailored to you. We’ll work on what is in front of you while also exploring what it may be pointing to beneath the surface.

The goal is not only symptom relief, but greater clarity, stronger relationships, increased resilience, and a life that feels more like your own.

My approach to therapy

My approach is collaborative, practical, and tailored to you. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused strategies to help you manage distress and make meaningful changes. We’ll also look beyond immediate symptoms to understand the experiences, relationships, and recurring patterns shaping how you feel. Together, we’ll work toward greater clarity, stronger coping skills, and a life that feels more aligned with what matters to you.

What you can expect from me

You can expect me to be calm, thoughtful, and attentive to both what is happening on the surface and what may be unfolding beneath it. I will help you explore recurring patterns, inner conflicts, and the parts of your experience that may be asking for greater attention.

I see therapy as a space for working through periods of uncertainty, transition, and change. Rather than rushing to eliminate discomfort, we may also look at what it is revealing about your needs, relationships, values, and sense of self. I will offer support, honest reflection, and practical guidance as we work toward greater clarity and a more integrated way of moving forward.

About me

  • I identify as
    Woman
  • My style is
    Participatory, Challenging, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    9 years of experience
  • Training
    MSSW (Master of Science in Social Work) at University of South Florida
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Florida)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Florida Blue, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Trauma, PTSD, Infertility
  • Therapy methods
    Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English