Amanda Lindsey

Qualifications & Experience

I hold a Master’s of Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Concentration in Management) with minors in Psychology, Criminal Justice, and Religion from University of the Incarnate Word. I am also a Certified Facilitator in the SYMBIS premarital counseling assessment created by Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott.

My Call to Christian Counseling

I have always wondered why people do what they do, what makes some people resilient and why others need a little more help getting there, and how I could help those who are struggling through their hard times. I’ve always been the one that friends call. I have a spirit of empathy for people and want to help others find hope.

More About Me/On a Personal Note

I love to read. My dream is to have a room in my home turned into a library, which goes perfectly with my other love: coffee, hot or iced! I am also a true crime junkie. I have a love of criminal justice and admire people who see the worst in humanity and still have a positive attitude and want to help others figure out why they do what they do and if it’s possible to catch the signs of danger early on. My favorite show of all time is Frasier (of course!), long before I even thought of becoming a counselor.

Areas of Expertise/Specialties

• Abandonment and Neglect
• ADHD
• Aging and Geriatric Issues
• Anger Management
• Anxiety
• Bipolar Disorder
• Chemical Dependency
• Coaching
• Couples Counseling
• Codependency
• Depression
• Eating Disorders
• Grief and Loss
• Individual Counseling
• Infidelity and Affairs
• Lifespan Integration
• Marriage Counseling
• OCD
• Online Counseling
• Personal Development
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
• Premarital Counseling
• Professional Development
• Relationship Issues
• Spiritual Development
• Trauma
• Women’s Issues

Women’s Issues

Women change so much and so drastically during their lifetimes – from little girl to young woman, to adult woman, to sometimes wife and sometimes mom, to career woman, to menopause and life after 50 – it can be a road full of changes that we’re not ready for. Having a therapist who can be there for you and offer support through all of these phases and events is essential to making sure you have the foundation you need and a place where you can be heard during these transitions.

Coaching

Some people just need help figuring out where to go next in their life plan, or what steps to take. Sometimes there are too many people offering advice, or too many options, and you are just not sure which direction to go. A coach is your personal cheerleader, who only cares about what you care about! Coaching is a great way to figure out what’s best FOR YOU!

Depression

Did you know that some people are genetically more prone to depression than others? Low or slow resilience, living in the past, listening to harmful words – all of these can lead you down a path that’s not where you belong. Having someone to be there beside you and help you see the hope and abundance God has in store for you is so vital to conquering depression. Your symptoms may come and go, but with a therapist who is there for you, it’s possible to tackle depression together.

Grief and Loss

Grief and loss are something we all have to face, and sometimes there is a long-lasting impact. While these things are normal, they can become overwhelming to the point that they affect our daily lives even after a time. Having someone beside you on your grief journey can help you heal and move forward. We never forget the ones we love, but life can still be full of hope afterwards.

Aging and Geriatric Issues

People are living longer than ever and with all this extra time comes extra challenges. Kids who have their own families, friends moving, life changes, figuring out what to do with all this extra time . . . Finding someone who can help you through these life changes is an important aspect of feeling fulfilled and ready to approach the next stage with confidence and clarity.

Sessions: I offer 53-minute sessions. Sessions can be held more than once per week, weekly, or every other week. Scheduling options are discussed in greater detail during your Risk-Free Initial Session.

Availability (by office location):

• Stone Oak – Tuesday – Saturday
• Online Counseling

Fees: I offer a Risk-Free Initial Session for individuals, couples, and groups looking to pursue counseling with me. Please note that there is a fee for the Risk-Free Initial Session as it is a clinical hour and reimbursable to most insurance companies, but if you choose not to reschedule and continue therapy after the initial session the entire fee for the session will be waived. For ongoing treatment the full fee per session is required at the time of service.

Insurance: As a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPCA), some insurance companies will reimburse for a portion of my services (as an Out of Network Provider). Please consult with your insurance provider as to whether they specifically cover adolescents, individuals and couples.

Receipts/Statements: In the event you require a printed or digital receipt, I will provide receipts for personal use, insurance reimbursement, Flex Spending Accounts (FSA), and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).

Payment options: Debit or Credit Card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, & American Express). A fee of up to 4% per transaction will be added for credit card payments.