Amanda Stoner, LMFT

Amanda Stoner is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California, holding license number CA LMFT 135099. With eight years of clinical experience, she has focused much of her work on supporting teens and parents through transitional and challenging periods.

Amanda draws primarily from solution-focused therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), combining practical strategies with collaborative planning to help clients identify goals and build skills that fit their lives. She emphasizes meeting people where they are and partners with them to explore options, brainstorm solutions, and track progress toward meaningful change.

Her approach centers on creating a warm, supportive environment in which clients can share thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. By tailoring interventions to each person or family, Amanda aims to address immediate concerns while also strengthening long-term coping and resilience. Prospective clients looking for a therapist who values partnership, clarity, and actionable steps may find her practice a constructive place to begin work toward their goals.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Amanda uses several evidence-informed approaches to guide online work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a supportive therapeutic relationship where the client’s perspective leads the process - this approach helps when someone needs understanding, validation, and space to explore feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, stress, and mood concerns. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on identifying strengths and clear, achievable goals so clients can make concrete changes and measure progress over time.

Finding the right approach is part of the process, and Amanda works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adjusts strategies as sessions progress so care remains aligned with what the client finds most helpful.

Online therapy with Amanda is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, giving clients flexibility to choose the format that suits their schedule and comfort. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, attend sessions from different locations, and integrate therapeutic work into busy lives while working with a licensed professional.