Amanda Elliott, LCPC

Amanda Elliott is a licensed counselor in Maine with 4 years of professional experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation struggles, self-esteem and confidence challenges, and depression. She approaches each person with respect for their lived experience and a belief that individuals are the experts of their own stories - strengths and resources already exist that can support meaningful change and healing.

Amanda emphasizes the courage it takes to seek a more fulfilling, happier life and aims to meet clients where they are without judgment. Her role is to offer support, encouragement, and practical tools while centering the client’s goals and pace. Clients can expect a collaborative relationship focused on empowerment and growth as they work through difficult emotions, rebuild confidence, and develop strategies for daily life.

Warm and client-focused, Amanda works to create an environment that honors each person’s values and priorities while guiding them toward the changes they wish to make. She is licensed as an LCPC - a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - in the state of Maine and draws on her training and experience to support clients through transitions and challenges.

Approaches for Online Care and Therapeutic Support

Amanda Elliott integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and trauma-focused therapy to address a range of concerns in online sessions. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy and collaboration - the therapist follows the client’s lead to help them explore values, build insight, and tap into personal strengths. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors into more effective patterns - it is often useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related struggles. Trauma-focused therapy concentrates on processing and reducing the impact of traumatic experiences while teaching coping skills for emotional regulation and safety.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Amanda works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time and encourages client input to shape a personalized plan.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - which helps accommodate different schedules, mobility needs, and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent care from a licensed professional and to use therapy in ways that fit daily life.