Amanda Trost

I specialize in helping individuals navigate complex trauma/CPTSD, social anxiety, relationship dynamics, and workplace stress. I work with both teens and adults to address anxiety, depression, perfectionism, work-life balance, and healing from childhood trauma or complex family dynamics. Therapy can help with overcoming fears in social situations, boosting motivation, reducing excessive guilt, and managing stress related to academics or work as well as address issues such as fears of abandonment, putting others' needs before their own, setting healthy boundaries, achieving personal goals, and processing past trauma.

Our practice has openings for in person and virtual appointments. We believe therapy can help alleviate distress in times of crisis, but is also important as a regular part of wellness. We accept several insurance plans via Headway as well as offer low cost self-pay options.

As an ACOA and child abuse survivor, I understand the dynamics that affect adult children of abusive, dysfunctional, and neglectful families and know that our brains often respond based on outdated coping mechanisms that are difficult to reroute. My passion is working with others who grew up in abuse, neglect, or with other forms of trauma. We often see our pasts show up when workplace dynamics, social situations, and relationships trigger behaviors and patterns we wish they didn't and we may become defensive, anxious, people-pleasing, or wonder about co-dependency. If this is you, I'm here to help. Together we can take a look back, build a more complete picture of your life story, and create a plan to heal.

All political, cultural, religious, and political viewpoints are welcome in our office without judgement. A first session includes a chance to make sure you feel comfortable working together, a discussion on your goals for therapy, and for you to share part of your story. Zen the Therapy Cat is available to join sessions upon request. Call for a free consultation and visit our website, solacecounselingandcoaching.com for more information on Amanda and our other therapists.