Hi there! Am I the right person for your mental health journey? Here are some highlights from my own professional and personal journey to help you decide:
My first degree was in education and I taught in public schools for six years. I taught all ages from kindergarten through 12th grade. I later decided to change my career course and earned my Master of Social Work degree, and completed clinical internship at a domestic violence crisis center to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have worked with clients ages 10 to into their 70s since 2015. Outside of work, I am involved in volunteer based community organizations such as Q Christian Fellowship, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Reformation Project, Black Coalition of Hernando County, and Sex Worker Solidarity Network. My diverse experiences as a teacher, counselor, and community volunteer give me a wide variety of perspectives from which to draw to help me build strong relationships with my clients.
My style of counseling is very "you-centered." I believe that for therapy to be successful, it needs to be a partnership between the therapist and the client. I believe therapy needs to progress at the client's pace in whatever way feels most comfortable for you. This could be through just a back and forth conversation, but we could also use worksheets, journaling, or creative arts (such as poetry, painting, and so on).
I draw from a variety of therapeutic models, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Narrative Therapy, and Strengths-Based Therapy, all with a trauma-informed lens.
I look forward to helping YOU be your best self!
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Attachment issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Family Problems, Life purpose, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
FL LCSW SW16697
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Amanda Mole. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Thank you for your guidance Amanda! It's helping me heal and grow.
Written on May 11, 2022 after therapy with Amanda for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
Im very happy with Amanda, she has helped me a great deal and given me a lot of good advice.
Written on Sep 02, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and relationship issues
Amanda is a kind and compassionate person. She's competent, educated and focused, but easy to talk to. What more could you ask for?
Written on Apr 20, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
I had a lot of hesitation about signing up for therapy. I wasn't ready to commit to dealing with my problems or opening my can of worms.
When I met Amanda, I was pleasantly surprised.
I'm very comfortable sharing things with her that I would never admit to anyone else. I've shared with her thoughts that have only been in my head.
Amanda is highly receptive, educated, and experienced.
She really listens and is able to identify the root or offer an educational understanding very quickly.
I'm very happy with partnering with her on my mental health journey, and I would highly recommend her!!
Written on Feb 23, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, and coaching
She is the best and I want to continue with her long term! She responds in a timely manner and makes sure that I get exactly the help I need. I feel like can depend on her
Written on Feb 19, 2021 after therapy with Amanda for 2 weeks