Specialties and Area of Focus: Anxiety, Depression, Relationship, Family Dynamics, Grief, Life Transitions (including divorce, graduation, retirement, or career shifts), Generational trauma, Self-Esteem
Populations: Teens and Adults (13+); LGBTQIA+ Affirming
Amanda Murray is a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) who provides therapy for individuals, couples, and families. She earned her Master’s degree from Messiah University and has been working in the field since 2019.
Amanda specializes in supporting clients navigating anxiety, depression, relationship and family dynamics, grief, life transitions (including divorce, graduation, retirement, or career shifts), generational trauma, and self-esteem. She also offers compassionate care for clients exploring sexuality, gender identity, sexual dysfunction, and boundary-setting in various areas of life.
Amanda uses a collaborative and gently directive style, balancing empathy with honest feedback. She draws from Narrative Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused approaches. Amanda helps clients recognize their own strengths, identify unhelpful patterns, and develop new tools for growth.
Clients can expect a warm, non-judgmental environment where they feel safe to share and explore. Amanda tailors her approach to meet each client where they are in their healing journey, focusing on building a strong therapeutic relationship rooted in trust and mutual respect.
Amanda works with individuals ages 13 through adulthood, as well as couples and families. She is LGBTQIA+ affirming, culturally competent, and passionate about supporting clients from all walks of life.
What drew Amanda to the therapy profession was her own experience with growth and healing through therapy. She finds meaning in being a consistent, safe space for her clients and is honored to walk beside them through both painful and transformative moments.
Outside of her clinical work, Amanda enjoys cooking, dancing, singing, attending sporting events, and spending time with family and friends. Her self-care practices include meditation, soaking in a hot tub, listening to music, and relaxing in a hammock.
A favorite quote that guides her work is:
“Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves, even when we risk disappointing others.” – Brené Brown