Amanda McLean, LCSW, LICSW - Therapist in Washington

Family of origin issues
Stress and anxiety
CBT and ACT methods

About Amanda

Amanda McLean is a licensed clinical social worker in Washington with 13 years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, LGBT concerns, relationship strain, parenting questions, and family of origin issues. Amanda also supports people dealing with grief, trauma and abuse, career transitions, and attention-related challenges such as ADHD.

Her approach is conversational and straightforward. She treats clients as experts on their own lives and focuses on practical steps together. Sessions emphasize clear goals, skills practice, and real-world problem solving rather than jargon or long theory talks.

Amanda draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thought patterns and build alternative habits. She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ideas to clarify values and increase willingness to try new behaviors. Mindfulness exercises and motivational interviewing strategies are woven in when useful to strengthen focus and resolve.

She has worked across a broad range of issues including attachment concerns, family problems, fertility and caregiving stress, and non-traditional sexual cultures such as BDSM and kink. Amanda also has experience with intimacy-related issues, communication problems, codependency, and divorce or separation challenges.

Practical matters are discussed up front. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session.

Therapeutic approaches and working online

Amanda commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her work. ACT focuses on helping people clarify their values and take committed actions that match those values, which can help with relationship patterns and family of origin concerns. CBT helps identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering concrete strategies for anxiety, depression, and stress.

She also incorporates client-centered elements, which means conversations are guided by the client's priorities and experience. Deciding which approach to emphasize is collaborative. The therapist and client review goals, track what helps, and adjust methods over time to fit needs and preferences.

Specific session formats are not listed in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. The practical benefits people often notice with online work include easier fitting of sessions into a busy week, fewer travel or commute demands, and flexibility to use shorter check-ins when schedules require it. Some formats also make it simpler to use mindfulness practices or homework between sessions without extra travel time. Licensed professionals can guide choices about pacing and format so sessions align with daily life and therapeutic aims.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety LGBT Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issuesParenting issuesCareer difficultiesADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCaregiver issues and stress Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Divorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSInfidelity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Money and financial issues Panic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

13+ years

Listed in

Washington, Oregon

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she help with?

Amanda works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, parenting challenges, and family of origin issues among other topics listed in her profile.

What is her general therapy style?

She uses a conversational, interactive style that focuses on practical goals and skills rather than lengthy theory explanations.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 13 years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker working with a wide range of concerns.

What are her credentials and practice location?

Credentials listed are LCSW and LICSW, and she practices in Washington State.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she see clients outside the United States?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.

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