Amanda Vasey

With compassion as her compass and a creative, strength-based approach as her guide, Amanda Vasey, LCSW, TF-CBT, has been navigating the complex terrain of mental health for over eight years. As a certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) practitioner, Amanda specializes in helping individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences, with particular expertise in working with children and adolescents.

Amanda's journey in the mental health profession began with her Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice from Shippensburg University, followed by a Master of Social Work from Marywood University. This unique educational background has given her a multifaceted understanding of how various systems impact mental health, allowing her to provide comprehensive care to her clients.

Throughout her career, Amanda has honed her skills in a variety of settings, from providing in-home and community-based behavioral health services to working in medical partial hospitalization programs. Her experience spans across diverse client populations, including children, adolescents, adults, and families, addressing a wide range of mental health concerns and difficult life experiences. Amanda's expertise shines particularly bright in her work with trauma survivors, where she has played a crucial role in helping clients navigate the complexities of the criminal justice and child advocacy systems.

As a therapist, Amanda believes that building a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone of successful treatment. She creates a safe, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their challenges and discover their innate strengths. Her holistic approach to treatment is born from a creative, strength-based, and trauma-informed perspective, allowing her to meet each client exactly where they are in their journey.

With a person-centered philosophy at the core of her practice, Amanda offers flexibility in her approach, tailoring her strategies to accomplish goals that are truly individualized to each person. She views therapy as a collaborative process, empowering her clients to be the captains of their own ships as they embark on their unique journeys towards wellness and healing. Whether you're seeking support for trauma, depression, anxiety, or other mental health concerns, Amanda is committed to walking beside you every step of the way.