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Amanda Gibson

Compassionate counselor focused on practical growth

LMHC Indiana

Experience
12 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Family
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Amanda

Amanda Gibson is a licensed mental health counselor with 12 years of experience who works with adults to address concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, anger, and mood disorders.

Background and approach

She creates a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore setbacks and strengths, and she aims to support practical growth so people can move from merely surviving toward greater hope, peace, and stability. Her clinical practice blends evidence-based strategies with empathic listening.

Amanda uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside client-centered techniques and DBT-informed skills to help clients build coping tools, improve decision-making, and increase self-awareness. She also draws on mindfulness and emotionally-focused methods when helpful to regulate emotions and strengthen meaningful connections.

Amanda’s background includes experience with issues across a broad range of life challenges, including caregiver stress, cancer-related concerns, developmental differences such as autism and Asperger syndrome, and co-occurring substance use and mental health conditions. Based in Indiana, she meets clients where they are and collaborates on individualized goals to support lasting change.

Practical therapeutic approaches for online care

Online sessions with Amanda typically draw on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and client-centered methods, offering both structured skill-building and empathic support. CBT focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors so clients can develop concrete coping strategies for anxiety, depression, and stress related concerns. Client-centered therapy emphasizes understanding and acceptance, giving clients a respectful space to explore emotions and clarify goals.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are also used when appropriate to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can help with impulsivity, anger, and relationship challenges. Amanda collaborates with each person to select approaches that match their needs and preferences so the direction of care reflects the client’s goals rather than a preset method.

Online therapy through video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for busy schedules and for people who prefer sessions outside a traditional office. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, practice skills between meetings, and fit therapy into daily life while working with a licensed professional to tailor strategies to individual circumstances.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Amanda address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, anger, and a range of mood and personality concerns listed in her specialties.
What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?
Her approach is collaborative and practical, combining client-centered listening with techniques from CBT, DBT, EFT, and mindfulness to build coping skills and increase self-awareness.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Amanda has 12 years of experience working in counseling roles with adults and children across diverse presenting problems.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is an LMHC licensed in Indiana with license number IN LMHC 39002544A and practices from that state.
Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available for working together?
She offers multiple online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs.
How are fees and payment structured?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What is the process for beginning therapy with her?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsAnger managementCoping with life changes

Also works with

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepression

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeCancerCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersPersonality disordersSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveTraumatic brain injuryYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

Indiana

Languages

English