Amanda Costa, LCMHC

Amanda Costa is a licensed clinician in Utah with five years of professional experience supporting people through change and challenge. She practices as an LCMHC - a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor - and focuses on helping clients navigate addictions, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, and career concerns. Amanda emphasizes a nonjudgmental atmosphere where clients can speak openly about thoughts and feelings without fear of criticism, and she works collaboratively to identify goals and practical steps forward.

Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling, happier life can feel daunting, and Amanda offers steady encouragement throughout that process. Her approach centers on creating space for honest conversation, exploring individual strengths, and building coping strategies that fit each person’s situation. Prospective clients can expect a supportive professional who values clarity, compassion, and pragmatic support as they work toward recovery, healing, and renewed direction.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Amanda Costa draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy to tailor online care to each person's needs. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy and respect, giving clients space to lead sessions while the therapist reflects and supports personal growth - this approach is helpful for those seeking a collaborative and validating therapeutic relationship.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and patterns and developing practical strategies to shift behavior and mood; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and actionable problem solving. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) teaches skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, and it can be especially useful for managing intense emotions and improving relationships.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work Amanda does with each client. She collaborates with clients to determine which methods align with their goals, preferences, and day-to-day realities, and she adjusts the plan as progress is made. Online therapy with Amanda offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and access licensed professionals from different locations while maintaining continuity of care.