Amanda Marvin, LCSW
Compassionate LCSW supporting life transitions
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- LGBTQ+ affirming care
About Amanda Marvin
Amanda Marvin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in North Carolina with 11 years of clinical experience supporting people through complicated life transitions and mental health challenges. She creates a compassionate, affirming environment where individuals can explore healing, personal growth, and self-discovery while working through concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. Her work has a particular emphasis on supporting young adults, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals as they navigate identity, relationships, and emotional challenges.
Amanda blends evidence-based techniques with an empathetic, individualized approach, drawing on modalities such as Somatic-EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness practices to meet each person where they are. She focuses on helping clients build self-compassion, improve communication, and develop practical strategies for managing stress, social anxiety, and life purpose concerns. Amanda also addresses specific issues like blended family dynamics, co-morbidity, addiction, dissociation, and family of origin problems.
Across her practice Amanda aims to honor each person s identity and strengths while supporting the development of resilience, self-understanding, and the tools needed to create meaningful, lasting change.
Amanda blends evidence-based techniques with an empathetic, individualized approach, drawing on modalities such as Somatic-EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness practices to meet each person where they are. She focuses on helping clients build self-compassion, improve communication, and develop practical strategies for managing stress, social anxiety, and life purpose concerns. Amanda also addresses specific issues like blended family dynamics, co-morbidity, addiction, dissociation, and family of origin problems.
Across her practice Amanda aims to honor each person s identity and strengths while supporting the development of resilience, self-understanding, and the tools needed to create meaningful, lasting change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorder
Additional Focus Areas
Blended family issuesCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessHIV / AIDSInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Amanda Marvin have?
Amanda Marvin has 11 years of experience.
Is Amanda Marvin a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: NC LCSW C010360.
In which languages does Amanda Marvin provide therapy?
Amanda Marvin provides therapy in English.
Where is Amanda Marvin located?
Amanda Marvin is located in North Carolina.
How can I work with Amanda Marvin as my therapist?
You can work with Amanda Marvin through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Amanda Marvin work with international clients?
Amanda Marvin does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Amanda Marvin 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.
Approaches Amanda Uses for Effective Online Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and develop actions that align with their values while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, life transitions, and issues related to meaning and purpose.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. It offers practical skills for managing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and coping with everyday challenges by teaching tools for problem solving and emotional regulation.
Mindfulness Therapy emphasizes present-moment awareness and gentle attention to thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations. This approach supports stress reduction, improved emotional regulation, and a stronger capacity for self-compassion.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the collaborative process. Amanda works with clients to assess needs, goals, and preferences and tailors techniques from these approaches to create a personalized plan that fits each person s situation.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, maintain continuity of care across life changes, and engage in consistent work with licensed professionals and therapists from a place that is convenient for the client.