Amanda Crossland, LPC

Amanda Crossland is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Colorado who brings seven years of clinical experience to her work with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, grief, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, and a range of mood and life adjustment challenges. She creates a space defined by acceptance and authenticity where clients can explore change at a pace that fits them, offering a calming presence and attentive, empathetic listening to support day-to-day improvements.

Amanda earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Grace University in Omaha, Nebraska in 2014 and received training in integrating spirituality with clinical practice. She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and holds EMDRIA certification, and she has completed post-graduate training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT). Her approach is eclectic, using a variety of evidence-informed methods while staying creatively minded and attentive to both the big picture and the finer details.

Amanda describes herself as a creative thinker who helps clients identify and implement practical changes. She welcomes the opportunity to accompany individuals through transitions and challenges, offering collaborative work toward clearer goals and more meaningful daily living.

Approaches for Online Healing and Skill Building

Amanda integrates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical strategies for managing mood, stress, and daily functioning. She also uses Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for processing traumatic memories and reducing the emotional intensity tied to past events. In addition, Amanda draws on client-centered principles to create an accepting, empathetic space where clients feel heard and can guide the pace and focus of their work.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Amanda works with each person to explore which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time to fit what proves most helpful.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect - from video calls and phone sessions to live chat and text-based messaging - making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules or maintain continuity during life changes. These options help clients access regular support from licensed professionals and therapists without needing to travel, enabling consistent progress from wherever they are located within the therapist's service area.