Amanda Buchanan, LCSW
- Trauma informed practice
- LGBTQ+ affirming care
- Addictions and recovery
About Amanda Buchanan
Amanda prioritizes understanding individual journeys, helping clients navigate sexuality, relationship dynamics, caregiver stress, and stages of personal transformation. She supports clients in building resilience, clarifying identity, and developing practical strategies for emotional well-being. Her approach blends evidence-based methods with attention to each person's values and lived experience.
Known for a nonjudgmental and collaborative style, Amanda welcomes people from varied backgrounds who are seeking thoughtful, skilled guidance through life’s challenges. Her practice centers on empowering clients to make meaningful changes while respecting the pace and preferences of each individual.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Amanda Buchanan have?
Amanda Buchanan has 15 years of professional experience working as a therapist.
Is Amanda Buchanan a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for licensed clinical social worker. Her license details are KY LCSW 257744 and OR LCSW L14632.
In which languages does Amanda Buchanan provide therapy?
Amanda provides therapy in English.
Where is Amanda Buchanan located?
Amanda Buchanan is located in Kentucky.
How can I work with Amanda Buchanan as my therapist?
You can work with Amanda through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Amanda Buchanan work with international clients?
Yes, Amanda Buchanan works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Amanda Buchanan cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Amanda uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors; CBT is often effective for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. She also integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) strategies to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills - approaches that can be especially helpful for intense emotions, relationship challenges, and trauma-related symptoms. When motivation for change is mixed, Amanda draws on Motivational Interviewing to explore ambivalence and strengthen commitment to goals.
Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Amanda collaborates with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps clients feel involved in decisions about their care.
Online therapy with Amanda is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which provides flexibility to fit therapy into busy schedules and different living situations. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from a distance, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable.