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Dr. Amanda Ferrari, LCSW

Connecticut LCSW supporting growth and resilience
  • ADHD and anxiety focus
  • Strength-based approach
  • Relationship and depression care

About Dr. Amanda Ferrari

Dr. Amanda Ferrari is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Connecticut with nine years of direct clinical experience. She focuses on helping adults navigate ADHD, anxiety, self-esteem challenges, relationship difficulties, and depression, drawing on a collaborative, strength-based approach to care.

She views each person as the expert on their own life and works from that perspective to build practical strategies and sustainable change. Dr. Ferrari emphasizes the client’s existing strengths and resources as the foundation for overcoming barriers that interfere with daily functioning and personal fulfillment.

Recognizing that taking the first step toward a more satisfying life requires courage, she offers steady support and practical guidance as clients explore goals and try new ways of coping. Her style balances empathy with clear, goal-oriented work so individuals can address immediate concerns while building long-term resilience.

Those seeking a Connecticut-based LCSW for ADHD, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, or depression will find a clinician who prioritizes respect, collaboration, and measurable progress toward a happier, more balanced life.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Co-morbidityCommunication problemsGuilt and shameImpulsivitySeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Amanda Ferrari have?

Dr. Amanda Ferrari has nine years of experience in clinical social work.

Is Dr. Amanda Ferrari a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license is listed as CT LCSW 9868.

In which languages does Dr. Amanda Ferrari provide therapy?

Dr. Amanda Ferrari provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Amanda Ferrari located?

Dr. Amanda Ferrari practices in Connecticut.

How can I work with Dr. Amanda Ferrari as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Amanda Ferrari through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Amanda Ferrari work with international clients?

Dr. Amanda Ferrari does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Amanda Ferrari 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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

Dr. Amanda Ferrari draws on client-centered therapy, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and mindfulness approaches to guide her work. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening deeply and meeting each person where they are, helping to build self-awareness and confidence while addressing issues like self-esteem and relationship concerns. Dialectical behavior therapy provides practical skills for managing intense emotions and impulsivity, making it useful for challenges such as anxiety, mood instability, and difficulties with anger or impulsive behavior. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and grounding techniques that can reduce stress and improve emotional regulation for conditions like anxiety and depression.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Dr. Ferrari partners with clients to identify which methods best fit their needs, goals, and personal preferences, adapting techniques over time as progress is made and priorities shift.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage in this work, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access care from different locations, while allowing licensed professionals and therapists to tailor the format to each person’s comfort and therapeutic goals.

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