Amanda Cardinal is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a passion for helping individuals navigate the complexities of their emotions and experiences. Recognizing that the hardest part of therapy often stems from confronting the thoughts, feelings, and memories that have long been set aside, Amanda strives to create a welcoming environment where clients feel safe and accepted. With a profound commitment to genuine compassion, empathy, and understanding, she guides children, teens, families, and adults through the myriad challenges posed by mental health struggles. A nationally certified trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapist, Amanda also integrates methodologies such as brainspotting, shame-resilience, and attachment strategies in her practice. Her specializations include LGBTQ+ issues, trauma and PTSD recovery, self-harm consequences, and navigating relationship dynamics, including blended family considerations. Many clients have shared that Amanda's approach is distinct, often describing her as the first therapist to truly listen and provide the understanding they had previously sought. For those in search of a compassionate and dedicated therapist, Amanda embodies the qualities that make healing journeys transformative.